Last updated: 17 June 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on drranjbar.com (the "Website"), and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
This Website is operated by Dr Jacob Ali Ranjbar, trading as "Dr Ranjbar."
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website operators.
Cookies may be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remaining on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
Our use of cookies is governed by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR), as amended by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (provisions in force from 5 February 2026), and the UK GDPR.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent. For all other cookies, we obtain your consent before they are placed on your device, in accordance with PECR.
These cookies are essential for the Website to function. Without them, you cannot log in or use core features. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | First/Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
__client | Clerk | Stores a reference to your authenticated session. Secure and HttpOnly, inaccessible to client-side scripts. | Session | Third Party (Clerk) |
__session | Clerk | Contains your session token (JWT) for maintaining your logged-in state across pages. | Session | Third Party (Clerk) |
__clerk_db_jwt | Clerk | Development/production session synchronisation token used by Clerk for authentication continuity. | Session | Third Party (Clerk) |
cookie_consent | drranjbar.com | Stores your cookie preference choices so the consent banner does not reappear. | 12 months | First Party |
These cookies are used by our payment processor, Stripe, for fraud detection and payment security. They help protect both you and us from fraudulent transactions.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | First/Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
__stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention: assigns a unique identifier to your device to detect suspicious payment activity. | 1 year | Third Party (Stripe) |
__stripe_sid | Stripe | Fraud prevention: tracks session-level payment activity to verify legitimate transactions. | 30 minutes | Third Party (Stripe) |
Note: If you disable payment cookies, Stripe's fraud detection capabilities will be reduced. This may prevent you from completing payments on the Website or may result in legitimate transactions being declined. We strongly recommend keeping these cookies enabled if you intend to make payments.
We do not currently use any functional cookies beyond those listed above. If we introduce functional cookies in the future, this policy will be updated and your consent will be sought where required.
We do not currently use any analytics or tracking cookies. If we introduce analytics cookies in the future, this policy will be updated and, where required under PECR, your consent will be sought or an opt-out mechanism provided in accordance with the statistical purposes exemption introduced by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.
We do not use any advertising or marketing cookies.
Through our Website: You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in the Website footer, which will reopen the cookie consent panel.
Through your browser: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Browser-specific instructions:
Impact of disabling cookies: If you disable strictly necessary cookies (via browser settings), you will be unable to log into your account or access account-related features. If you disable payment cookies, you may be unable to complete payments on the Website.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.