At a glance
| Provider | |
|---|---|
| Category | Marketing |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .pinterest.com |
Do you need consent for _pinterest_sess?
Yes. _pinterest_sess is a "Marketing" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises _pinterest_sess from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Marketing". The free check tells you whether this cookie is detected on your site and whether your banner handles it correctly — an instant, surface-level check, no account needed.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the _pinterest_sess cookie?
Yes. _pinterest_sess is a "Marketing" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
What does the _pinterest_sess cookie do?
Pinterest session cookie used in combination with ad tracking.
Who sets the _pinterest_sess cookie?
The _pinterest_sess cookie is associated with Pinterest and is classified as marketing.