Last updated: April 2026
This policy explains what cookies Doorkeep uses, why, and what that means for you.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember information about your visit — such as whether you're logged in.
What cookies does Doorkeep use?
Doorkeep uses only strictly necessary cookies. We do not use advertising, tracking, or analytics cookies.
Authentication cookies (Clerk)
When you sign in, Clerk — our authentication provider — sets session cookies to keep you logged in. Without these, the site would not know who you are between page loads.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| __session | Identifies your authenticated session | End of session |
| __client_uat | Tracks client-side auth state | End of session |
Payment cookies (Stripe)
When you start a checkout, Stripe — our payment provider — may set a session cookie to maintain the state of your payment flow.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expires | |---|---|---| | Stripe session | Maintains checkout session state | End of session |
Do I need to give consent?
No. Because Doorkeep only uses strictly necessary cookies, no consent banner is required under UK GDPR (PECR). These cookies are essential for the site to function and cannot be disabled without breaking core features.
Third-party providers
- Clerk — authentication. Clerk Privacy Policy
- Stripe — payments. Stripe Privacy Policy
Contact
If you have questions about how we use cookies, email us at hello@doorkeep.co.uk.