Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how Aurelian Bistro ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, aurelianbistro.com (the "Website"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides further details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your computer after you have closed your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for various purposes, including:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and if they receive error messages. This data helps us to improve the performance and design of our Website. We use tools like Google Analytics to collect and analyze this information.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with the website operator’s permission.
Types of Cookies We Use
The following table describes the types of cookies we use and their purpose:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session Cookie | Maintains user session and enables core functionality. | Session |
| _ga | Persistent Cookie | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | 2 years |
| _gid | Persistent Cookie | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
| cookieconsent_status | Persistent Cookie | Remembers if the user has accepted the cookie policy. | 1 year |
| promotion_displayed | Session Cookie | Tracks whether a specific promotional banner has been displayed to the user during the session. | Session |
Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party cookies, which are cookies set by a domain other than our Website. For example, we may use third-party cookies to integrate social media features, such as sharing content on Facebook or Twitter. These cookies are subject to the respective third-party's privacy policies.
Aurelian Bistro uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use the Website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the Website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the Website, compiling reports on website activity for us, and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however, please note that if you do this, you may not be able to use the full functionality of this Website.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Privacy" menu of your browser. You can use these settings to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our Website and may prevent you from accessing certain features.
- Cookie Consent Tool: Our Website may provide a cookie consent tool that allows you to choose which categories of cookies you allow. You can typically access this tool via a banner or link on our Website.
- Third-Party Tools: There are also various third-party tools and browser extensions available that allow you to manage cookies more effectively.
To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit the following websites:
Specific Cookie Management Instructions
Here are some specific instructions for managing cookies in popular web browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable laws. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
Aurelian Bistro
750 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (415) 555-9287
This policy was last updated on October 26, 2025.