Effective: 27 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Dr Salam Jibrel Medical Center uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. Non-essential cookies are disabled by default and only activated with your explicit consent. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use tracking pixels, web beacons, and local storage.
- First-party cookies — set by our website, only readable by us
- Third-party cookies — set by external services (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies — remain for a set period or until deleted
2. Why We Use Cookies
- Ensure website functions correctly and securely
- Remember cookie consent preferences
- Understand how visitors navigate our website
- Remember language and display preferences
- Measure marketing campaign effectiveness
We never use cookies to collect sensitive medical or health information.
3. Legal Basis
- Exempt (no consent required): Strictly necessary cookies for website function/security
- Explicit consent: All non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, marketing)
No pre-ticked boxes or deceptive design. Declining optional cookies never blocks website access.
4. Cookie Categories
Strictly Necessary (Always Active)
Essential for core website functions: page navigation, form submission, security (CSRF), and consent preferences.
Analytics & Performance (Requires Consent)
Collect anonymous usage data (popular pages, visit duration, errors). All data is aggregated and does not identify individuals.
Functional (Requires Consent)
Remember your choices such as language, region, and booking progress.
Marketing & Targeting (Requires Consent)
Track browsing activity for relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. Only activated with explicit consent.
5. Key Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Our Website | Stores consent preferences | 1 year |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Our Website | CSRF protection | Session |
| session_id | Our Website | Session state | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Anonymous visitor stats | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Daily pageview tracking | 24 hours |
| locale | Our Website | Language preference | 1 year |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Ad targeting | 3 months |
| YSC | YouTube | Embedded video stats | Session |
6. Managing Your Preferences
Cookie Consent Panel
Use the cookie banner on first visit, or click “Cookie Settings” in the footer.
Browser Settings
Manage, block, or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Facebook/Meta: facebook.com/ads/preferences
Note: Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent booking forms and contact forms from working.
7. Changes to This Policy
We review this policy at least annually. Material changes will display a prominent website notice and may re-request consent.