This Cookie Policy explains how Sigma Smile Clinic uses cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) on this website, and how you can control them.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored by your browser. Local storage works similarly and keeps preferences on your device.
2. Cookies we use
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIGMASESS | Essential | Keeps your session, booking form security token and staff login. | Until the browser closes |
| sigma_lang | Essential | Remembers your language (English / Arabic). | 1 year |
| sigma_consent | Essential | Remembers your cookie choices. | 6 months |
| theme (local storage) | Preference | Remembers light / dark mode. | Until cleared |
| _ga, _ga_* (Google Analytics) | Analytics (optional) | Anonymous visit statistics. Only set if you accept analytics. | Up to 2 years |
| _fbp (Meta Pixel) | Marketing (optional) | Measures advertising. Only set if you accept marketing. | 3 months |
3. Third-party content
The embedded Google Map may set Google cookies. It is only loaded after you accept optional cookies or click "Show map". Payment pages from Paymob set their own essential cookies to process payments securely.
4. Managing your choice
You can change your choice at any time using the "Cookie settings" link in the footer, or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may stop booking and login from working.