At thecookoutmenuz.com, your privacy matters to us. This page explains what info we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe. By using our website, you agree to this policy.
Who We Are
thecookoutmenuz.com is an independent informational website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Cook Out or any of its parent companies, brands, or franchisees. We simply provide publicly available menu information for reference purposes.
If you have any privacy-related questions, you can reach us at: contact@thecookoutmenuz.com
What Information We Collect
Information You Give Us
We only collect personal information when you voluntarily share it with us. That could happen when you:
- Fill out our contact form
- Send us an email
- Leave a comment or feedback on the site
This might include your name, email address, or whatever details you include in your message. You are never required to share this — you can browse the whole site without giving us anything.
Information We Collect Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect some basic non-personal data when you visit. This includes:
- Your browser type and version
- Device and screen info
- Your IP address
- Which pages you visited and how long you stayed
We collect this through cookies, analytics tools (like Google Analytics), and server logs. None of it identifies you personally — we use it to understand how the site is being used and make it better.
How We Use Your Information
Personal Information
If you reach out to us, we use your info only to:
- Reply to your message or inquiry
- Provide support or answer your questions
- Improve how we communicate with our visitors
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone. Period.
Non-Personal Information
The automatic data we collect helps us:
- Understand which pages are popular
- Fix issues and improve site speed
- Improve content based on what people actually find useful
- Serve more relevant ads (through our advertising partners)
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use them to make the site work better and to show relevant ads. Here is what you need to know:
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior. These cookies do not store personal info — they just help us see things like how many people visit, what pages they read, and how they found us.
Comment Cookies
If you leave a comment, we may save your name and email in a cookie for your convenience. These cookies last for one year so you do not have to re-enter your details every time.
Login Cookies
If you log into our site, cookies are used to keep you logged in. Login cookies last two days by default, or two weeks if you choose “Remember Me.”
How to Manage Cookies
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Just keep in mind that doing so may affect how some parts of the site work.
Advertising & Third-Party Partners
We display ads on our website through third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense. These companies may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to show you ads that are relevant to your interests based on your browsing behavior — both on our site and others.
Google uses the DoubleClick cookie (and others) to serve these ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
We do not control what these advertisers collect. We recommend reading their own privacy policies for more details.
Embedded Content
Some pages on our site may include embedded content like YouTube videos or social media posts. When you interact with that content, it is just like visiting those third-party websites directly. They may collect their own data, use their own cookies, and track your interactions — especially if you are logged into their platform.
How Long We Keep Your Data
- Comments and related info may be kept indefinitely to help with future moderation
- Emails you send us may be kept for support and record-keeping purposes
- Analytics data is kept per Google Analytics’ default retention settings
Your Rights
If you have shared personal data with us (by leaving a comment or contacting us), you have the right to:
- Ask for a copy of the data we hold about you
- Ask us to correct or delete your data
To make any of these requests, just email us at contact@thecookoutmenuz.com and we will get back to you promptly.
Data Security
We make reasonable efforts to keep your information secure using standard security practices and secure servers. That said, no website or internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we do take it seriously.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal info to us, please contact us and we will take care of it right away.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continuing to use the website after any changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
Questions? Concerns? We are happy to help.