Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 3, 2026

Summary: This Cookie Policy explains how Costa Vida ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website costavida.top. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Costa Vida's Cookie Policy. This document is intended to provide you with clear, transparent, and comprehensive information about how our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit costavida.top. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your online experience with us is safe, secure, and personalized.

At Costa Vida, we are passionate about delivering fresh, flavorful food experiences both in our physical locations and through our online presence. Our website is an important part of how we connect with our customers, and cookies help us make that experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Whether you are browsing our menu, looking for the nearest location, or placing an online order, cookies play a role in ensuring everything works correctly and efficiently.

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Together, these documents form the foundation of our commitment to transparency and data protection under applicable United States laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents, as well as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act guidelines for consumer protection.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other internet-enabled device when you visit a website. These files are stored in your web browser and allow the website — or third-party services — to recognize your device on subsequent visits and remember certain information about your preferences and actions.

Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or malware. They are purely text-based files that help websites function more effectively and provide valuable information to website operators. A single cookie typically contains the following information:

The name of the website that set the cookie
A unique identifier (a string of numbers and/or letters)
An expiration date (after which the cookie is automatically deleted)
Technical flags that indicate how the cookie should be used (e.g., secure connections only)

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you first visit costavida.top, our server sends a cookie file to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit our website, your browser sends that cookie back to our server, allowing the site to recognize you and remember your preferences. This process happens automatically and in the background without any visible indication to you as a user.

Cookies can be classified in several ways — by their origin (first-party vs. third-party), by their duration (session vs. persistent), or by their function (essential, analytics, functional, advertising). We will explain each of these categories in detail in the sections below.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies on our website, including:

Web beacons (pixel tags): Tiny invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a user has viewed a page or opened an email.
Local storage: A browser feature that stores data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
Session storage: Temporary storage that only persists for the duration of your browser session and is deleted when you close the tab or browser.
Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your browser and device settings to create a unique identifier.

Throughout this policy, the term "cookies" is used to refer collectively to all of these technologies unless otherwise specified.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use four main categories of cookies on costavida.top. Each category serves a different purpose, and understanding them will help you make informed decisions about your cookie preferences.

3.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies (also known as strictly necessary cookies) are required for our website to function properly. Without these cookies, certain features of our website — such as logging into your account, adding items to your cart, or completing an online order — would not work. These cookies do not collect any information about you that could be used for marketing purposes, and they do not remember where you have been on the internet.

Because essential cookies are strictly necessary for the website to operate, they are set automatically and cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools. However, you can disable them through your browser settings, though this will significantly impair your ability to use our website.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. These cookies help us count the number of visitors to our site, understand which pages are most popular, identify how users navigate through the site, and detect any errors or issues in website performance. This information is used solely to improve the functionality and user experience of our website.

We use Google Analytics to collect this type of information. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, which tracks and reports website traffic. The data collected is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be used to identify you personally.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you have made in the past and provide enhanced, personalized features. For example, functional cookies may remember your preferred language, your location, or your login credentials so that you do not have to re-enter them every time you visit. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party service providers whose services we have added to our website.

If you disable functional cookies, some or all of these personalized services may not function correctly, but the core functionality of the website will remain available.

3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Advertising cookies (also known as targeting cookies) are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. These cookies track your browsing habits across websites and allow advertising networks to build a profile of your interests so that you are shown advertisements that are most likely to be relevant to you. They are typically placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.

We use Google Ads to serve targeted advertisements to users who have previously visited our website. We may also use Facebook Pixel and similar tools to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns on social media platforms.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on costavida.top, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
`_ga`	Google Analytics	Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users.	Analytics	2 years
`_gid`	Google Analytics	Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users for a shorter period.	Analytics	24 hours
`_gat`	Google Analytics	Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the collection of data on high-traffic sites.	Analytics	1 minute
`_gcl_au`	Google Ads	Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads.	Advertising	3 months
`_fbp`	Facebook	Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products, such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers.	Advertising	3 months
`session_id`	costavida.top	Maintains your session state across page requests. Essential for logged-in functionality and cart management.	Essential	Session
`cart_token`	costavida.top	Stores your shopping cart contents so items are not lost when you navigate between pages.	Essential	7 days
`auth_token`	costavida.top	Authenticates your user account and keeps you logged in securely during your visit.	Essential	Session / 30 days (if "Remember Me" is selected)
`user_preferences`	costavida.top	Remembers your site preferences, such as language and location settings, to provide a personalized experience.	Functional	1 year
`cookie_consent`	costavida.top	Stores your cookie consent preferences to avoid displaying the consent banner on subsequent visits.	Essential	1 year
`_gac_UA-XXXXXX`	Google Analytics / Ads	Contains campaign-related information for the user. Used to link Google Analytics and Google Ads data.	Analytics / Advertising	90 days

Note: This table reflects cookies currently in use as of April 3, 2026. Cookie usage may change over time as we update our website and services. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically for the most current information.

5. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own (first-party) cookies, we allow certain third-party service providers to place cookies on your device when you visit costavida.top. These third parties provide services that help us operate and improve our website, measure our advertising performance, and deliver relevant content and advertisements to you.

The third-party service providers whose cookies may be present on our website include:

Google LLC — Analytics (Google Analytics) and advertising (Google Ads, Google AdSense)
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook/Instagram) — Social media advertising and audience measurement
YouTube (Google LLC) — Video content embedding and performance tracking

Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies, and they are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these companies to understand how they collect and use your information:

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (with the exception of essential cookies). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain cookies, or notify you when a website attempts to set a cookie. The exact steps for managing cookies vary depending on the browser you use. Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:

6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Analytics and Advertising

In addition to browser-level controls, several organizations provide tools that allow you to opt out of specific types of data collection and targeted advertising:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits to our website by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript to prohibit sending information to Google Analytics.

Google Ads Personalization

You can manage and opt out of personalized Google advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from Google and other participating companies through the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out Tool.

Facebook/Meta Ad Preferences

You can control how Facebook uses your data for advertising through your Facebook Ad Preferences. For non-Facebook users, you can opt out of Facebook's use of cookies for advertising by visiting Your Online Choices.

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

US residents can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool.

6.3 Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites you visit indicating that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry-standard response to DNT signals, and our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals in a standardized way. We will update this policy if this changes in the future.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our website. The following table summarizes the potential impact of disabling each type of cookie:

Cookie Type	Impact if Disabled
Essential Cookies	The website may not function properly. You may be unable to log in, add items to your cart, or complete online orders. Core features of the site will be unavailable or significantly impaired.
Analytics Cookies	We will be unable to monitor website performance and understand how visitors use our site. This limits our ability to identify and fix issues, potentially resulting in a less optimized website experience over time.
Functional Cookies	The website will not remember your preferences (e.g., language, location). You may need to re-enter information such as your location or login credentials more frequently.
Advertising Cookies	You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies does not prevent advertising — it only affects the targeting and personalization of those ads.

8. Your Rights Under Applicable Law

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding the personal information collected through cookies. Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights:

Right to Know: The right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.
Right to Delete: The right to request that we delete personal information we have collected from you.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Right to Correct: The right to correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: The right to limit our use of sensitive personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination: The right not to be discriminated against for exercising any of the above rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to all verified requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.

9. Cookie Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable legal requirements. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through a prominent notice on our website or via email.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. Your continued use of costavida.top after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.

Costa Vida — Contact Information

Company Name: Costa Vida
Website: costavida.top
Email: [email protected]

When contacting us about this Cookie Policy, please include the subject line "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in your message so that we can direct your request to the appropriate team member. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 10 business days.

Note for California Residents: If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA/CPRA with respect to data collected through cookies, please email us at [email protected] with the subject line "California Privacy Rights Request." We will verify your identity and respond within 45 days as required by law.