At a glance
| Provider | Stripe |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .stripe.com |
Do you need consent for __stripe_sid?
No. __stripe_sid is a strictly necessary cookie, exempt from consent under Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive and Law 506/2004. You may use it without the visitor's prior agreement.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises __stripe_sid from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Strictly necessary". 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 __stripe_sid cookie?
No. __stripe_sid is a strictly necessary cookie, exempt from consent under Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive and Law 506/2004. You may use it without the visitor's prior agreement.
What does the __stripe_sid cookie do?
Stripe session cookie used in the payment process.
Who sets the __stripe_sid cookie?
The __stripe_sid cookie is associated with Stripe and is classified as strictly necessary.