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This Cookie Policy explains how AskTabeeb.com ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
We are a GMP-compliant herbal wellness facility based in Pakistan, offering traditional, plant-based protocols to support metabolic and hepatic health. Unlike commercial health apps, we do not use cookies for advertising, profiling, or third-party tracking. Our use of cookies is limited to essential functionality, security, and user experience — with full transparency and control.
By using AskTabeeb.com, you consent to the practices described below. If you do not agree, you may disable non-essential cookies via your browser settings (see Section 4).
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognize your browser, remember preferences, and improve performance. Similar technologies include:
- Local storage (e.g., HTML5 localStorage)
- Session tokens (for secure logins)
- Web beacons (only in service-related emails, e.g., order confirmations — not for tracking)
We use two types:
- Session cookies: Temporary; deleted when you close your browser. Used for secure form submissions and chat continuity.
- Persistent cookies: Remain until expiry (typically 30–180 days) or manual deletion. Used only for user preferences (e.g., language, survey progress).
We do NOT use:
Tracking pixels for ad retargeting
Third-party advertising IDs (e.g., IDFA, AAID)
Behavioral profiling or cross-site tracking
2. HOW AND WHY WE USE COOKIES
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies |
• Maintain secure sessions during surveys & chat • Prevent CSRF attacks • Remember cart items (if ordering) • Enable form auto-save (e.g., mid-survey) |
Session or up to 30 days | Yes — site won't function securely without these |
| Preference Cookies |
• Remember language selection (e.g., English/Urdu) • Save consent choices (e.g., "Do not show this banner again") |
Up to 180 days | No — can be disabled |
| Analytics Cookies (Optional, anonymized) |
• Understand how users navigate the site (e.g., drop-off in survey flow) • Measure performance (load time, error rates) • All data is anonymized; no IP logging |
90 days | No — opt-in via banner |
| Email Web Beacons |
• Confirm email delivery (e.g., order confirmation, consultation booking) • Never used for marketing or tracking opens/clicks beyond delivery status |
N/A | Only in transactional emails |
❗ We do NOT use:
- Marketing/Advertising cookies
- Social media tracking pixels (e.g., Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight)
- Third-party embedded content that drops cookies (e.g., YouTube videos) unless essential and consented
All analytics (if enabled) use self-hosted, privacy-respecting tools (e.g., Plausible, Matomo in anonymized mode) — not Google Analytics.
3. YOUR CONTROL & CHOICES
You have full control over cookie use on AskTabeeb.com:
At First Visit:
A clear banner will appear letting you:
- Accept essential + preference cookies
- ⚙️ Customize: Enable/disable analytics
- Reject all non-essential cookies
At Any Time:
Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer to revisit your choices.
Via Browser:
You can block or delete cookies using your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from:
- Completing health surveys
- Using the chat agent securely
- Placing orders
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
We do not allow third-party cookies for advertising or analytics. The only exceptions — strictly limited and disclosed — are:
| Third Party | Purpose | Data Shared | Opt-Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Processor (e.g., JazzCash, EasyPaisa) | Secure checkout | None — payment page loads in iframe; no cookies set on our domain | N/A — handled in payment gateway |
| Shipping Provider (if integrated) | Track order delivery | Order ID only; no health data | Via carrier's site |
| Cloudflare | Security (DDoS protection, bot mitigation) | Anonymized threat data; no personal identifiers | Cloudflare Cookie Policy |
We do not integrate Facebook, Google Ads, TikTok, or any ad networks.
5. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or law. The "Effective Date" above will be revised. Continued use after notice = acceptance. Material changes will be announced via website banner.
6. CONTACT US
For questions about cookies or data practices:
📧 info@asktabeeb.com
🏢 46- Muqudass Park Gulshan-e-Ravi, Lahore, Pakistan 54500
🌐 https://asktabeeb.com/cookie-policy
This Cookie Policy is part of AskTabeeb's legally binding Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
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