Cookies Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
Lou Malnati’s is committed to protecting your privacy and providing transparency around how cookies and similar tracking technologies are used on loumalnatis.com (the “Website”). This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
This Policy is designed to meet applicable privacy requirements in the United States, including relevant state laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (INCDPA), Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (KCDPA), and Rhode Island Data Transparency & Privacy Protection Act (RIDTPPA), as well as global regulations including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, enhance your browsing experience, and provide analytical information to site owners. Cookies may be “first-party” (set by the website you’re visiting) or “third-party” (set by external services or partners).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the Website operates smoothly and securely
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve the performance and functionality of the Website
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior to enhance your experience
- Support marketing and advertising efforts
- Comply with U.S. state privacy laws and international regulations, including GDPR
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Our Website may use the following categories of cookies:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, filling out forms, or setting cookie preferences.
b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website. They collect information such as page views, traffic sources, and user behavior. This data is aggregated and anonymous.
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features, such as saved login information or customized content.
d. Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by us or our advertising partners to build user profiles and deliver more relevant advertising. They track your browsing activity across websites.
e. Social Media Cookies
These cookies enable social sharing features or allow social media platforms to track interactions with embedded content.
4. State‑Specific Disclosures (United States)
Certain U.S. state privacy laws require additional transparency regarding the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies, including the California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (INCDPA), Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (KCDPA), and Rhode Island Data Transparency & Privacy Protection Act (RIDTPPA).
Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:
- Opt out of targeted advertising
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data
- Access, correct, or delete personal data
- Request information about how personal data is collected and used
Cookies used for targeted advertising or analytics may be considered a sale, sharing, or targeted advertising under applicable state laws.
California residents may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising through our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link, as required by law.
We provide mechanisms through CookieYes to help users exercise these rights.
5. GDPR and International Disclosures
For visitors from the European Union, United Kingdom, and other regions with similar laws, we:
- Obtain consent before placing non‑essential cookies
- Provide the ability to withdraw or modify consent at any time
- Use CookieYes to log and honor user consent
6. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services—such as analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms—may set cookies on your device. These parties may collect information about your browsing activity across different websites. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of each provider.
7. CookieYes Consent Management
We use CookieYes to manage cookie consent globally. CookieYes:
- Displays a cookie banner consistent with U.S. and EU requirements
- Allows users to accept, reject, or customize cookie categories
- Maintains consent logs for compliance
- Provides ongoing access to modify cookie preferences
8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can adjust your cookie settings at any time using the Cookie Settings link available on our Website.
Most browsers also allow you to manage cookies through their settings, including blocking, deleting, or restricting cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Our Website currently does not respond to “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals due to a lack of industry standards. However, you may manage cookies through the methods described above.
10. Data Retention
Cookies are stored for varying periods depending on their purpose—some only for the duration of your session, others for longer unless deleted manually or automatically by your browser.
11. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookies Policy or privacy practices, please contact us here.