Cookie Policy for Dr. OlIVER RABIE

Last updated: 27th November 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Dr. Oliver Rabie (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data. By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve security, remember your preferences, and allow us to understand how visitors use our site. Some cookies are essential for the site to operate, while others provide analytical insights to help us improve our services.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website operates smoothly

  • Improve website security and reliability

  • Understand which pages are most popular

  • Enhance your overall browsing experience

Our use of cookies is consistent with medical-sector expectations and the standards followed on sites such as droliverrabie.co.uk.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. Without them, key features such as page navigation, appointment pages, secure areas, and form submissions may not work.

Examples include:

  • Security and authentication cookies

  • Session management cookies

  • Squarespace essential functionality cookies

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how patients and visitors use the site. They collect data such as the pages visited, the time spent on the site, and general usage trends.

We may use:

  • Squarespace Analytics

  • Google Analytics (if enabled on the website)

This information helps us improve website performance and patient experience.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and settings. For example, they may store which region you are browsing from or the accessibility adjustments you select.

D. Marketing and Third-Party Cookies (If Applicable)

If we use external tools for advertising, appointment systems, or social media integrations, these third parties may place cookies on your device.

Examples include

  • Google tools

  • Instagram, Facebook, or other social platforms

  • Third-party booking or payment systems

These cookies may track your browsing behaviour across websites. We will always notify you if any such cookies are introduced.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on this site come from trusted third-party providers who support website analytics, video content, security systems, or digital forms. These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Examples of possible third-party providers include

  • Squarespace

  • Google

  • Social media platforms (if used)

We ensure that all third-party services used are compliant with UK GDPR and medical data-handling standards.

How We Protect Your Data

We implement technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information, including:

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)

  • Access controls on clinical systems

  • Regular security monitoring

  • Compliance with UK GDPR and medical confidentiality standards

Only authorised personnel may access personal or clinical information.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Receive alerts before cookies are saved

Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect how the website functions and may prevent you from accessing some parts of the site, especially booking systems or secure forms.

For guidance, visit your browser’s help section:

  • Google Chrome

  • Safari

  • Firefox

  • Microsoft Edge

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Legal changes

  • Website improvements

  • Updated clinical procedures

A revised “Last Updated” date will always appear at the top of this page.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact:

Dr. Oliver Rabie
Email: Oliver@droliverrabie.co.uk
Practice Address: Seven Lion Yard, 7 Lion Yard, Tremadoc Road, London, SW4 7NQ