Welcome to TexasRoadhouseusMenu.com. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, what types of cookies we use, and how you can control or disable them.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you can disable them through your browser settings or choose not to use our website.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, which together govern your use of TexasRoadhouseusMenu.com.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device — computer, smartphone, or tablet — when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide useful information to website owners.
Cookies do not contain any personally identifiable information on their own. They simply store a small amount of data that helps the website recognize your device on future visits and improve your experience.
There are two main types of cookies based on how long they last:
Session Cookies These are temporary cookies that are deleted from your device as soon as you close your browser. They are used to keep you logged in or to remember your preferences during a single visit.
Persistent Cookies These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on TexasRoadhouseUSMenu.com for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
- To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To analyze traffic patterns and popular content
- To detect and prevent spam or fraudulent activity
- To measure the effectiveness of our content and advertising
3. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of our website. Without them, certain parts of the site may not work properly. They do not collect any personal information and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_sec | WordPress security cookie | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in | Keeps users logged in | Session |
| wp-settings | WordPress user preferences | 1 year |
B. Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay on the site, and where our traffic comes from.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
These cookies do not identify you personally. All data collected is aggregated and anonymous.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
C. Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your previous visits to our site and other websites across the internet.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IDE | Used by Google for targeted advertising | 1 year |
| DSID | Used for targeting and tracking ad performance | 2 weeks |
| test_cookie | Checks if your browser supports cookies | 15 minutes |
| NID | Used to display personalized Google ads | 6 months |
How to opt out of personalized ads:
- Visit Google Ad Settings to manage your ad preferences
- Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
- Visit Your Online Choices if you are based in Europe
D. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features. For example, they may remember your preferred language or region.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wp-settings | Remembers user display preferences | 1 year |
| comment_author | Remembers name for comments | 1 year |
| comment_author_email | Remembers email for comments | 1 year |
E. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and they are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties.
Third-party services that may place cookies on our site include:
- Google Analytics — website traffic analysis
- Google AdSense — advertising platform
- Google Fonts — typography and font loading
- YouTube — if any embedded videos are present
- Social sharing buttons — if used on any pages
4. Cookie Duration Summary
| Cookie Type | Examples | How Long They Last |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | WordPress security cookies | Session or up to 1 year |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | 24 hours to 2 years |
| Advertising | Google AdSense (IDE, NID) | 15 minutes to 1 year |
| Functional | User preferences | Up to 1 year |
5. How To Control Cookies
You have full control over cookies on your device. You can choose to accept, decline, or delete cookies at any time. Here is how:
Through Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. Below are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome — chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari — Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge — Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
- Opera — Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security
Through a Cookie Consent Tool
If our website uses a cookie consent banner or plugin, you can manage your cookie preferences directly through that tool at any time.
Important Note
Please be aware that disabling or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work correctly if cookies are disabled.
6. Do We Use Cookie Banners?
We recommend installing a cookie consent plugin on your WordPress website to comply with GDPR and other privacy regulations. Popular options include:
- CookieYes — free and easy to set up
- Complianz — advanced GDPR compliance
- GDPR Cookie Consent — simple and lightweight
These plugins display a cookie notice banner to visitors and allow them to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
7. Your Rights Regarding Cookies
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and the data they collect:
European Union (GDPR) Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to be informed about cookies, to consent or refuse non-essential cookies, and to withdraw your consent at any time.
United Kingdom (UK GDPR) Similar rights apply to visitors from the United Kingdom following Brexit.
California (CCPA) California residents have the right to know what personal data is collected, to opt out of the sale of personal data, and to request deletion of their data.
Other Regions Even if you are not located in the EU, UK, or California, we respect your right to privacy and give you control over your cookie preferences.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or changes in legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date at the top.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please reach out to us through our Contact Us page.
We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 2 business days.