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First-Party Cookie

A cookie set by the website you are currently visiting — used for authentication, preferences, and site functionality.

A first-party cookie is a cookie set by the domain of the website the user is currently visiting. These cookies are generally used for site functionality and are considered less privacy-invasive than third-party cookies.

Common Uses

  • Session management and authentication
  • Shopping cart contents
  • Language and display preferences
  • First-party analytics

First-party cookies that are strictly necessary for the service are exempt from consent requirements. Non-essential first-party cookies (e.g. analytics) still require consent.

Related Terms

ConsentPrivacy

A freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of agreement to data processing.

CookieTechnical

A small text file stored by your browser that lets websites remember information between page visits.

Session CookieTechnical

A temporary cookie that is deleted automatically when you close your browser.

Third-Party CookieTechnical

A cookie set by a domain other than the website you are visiting — commonly used for cross-site tracking and advertising.

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