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Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the AUTH_SESSION_ID cookie?

Associates the current request with the matching Keycloak authentication session on the server. It is set by Keycloak and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

Provider Keycloak
Category Strictly necessary
Consent required? No
Typical domain Varies (first-party)

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the AUTH_SESSION_ID cookie?

No. AUTH_SESSION_ID 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 AUTH_SESSION_ID cookie do?

Associates the current request with the matching Keycloak authentication session on the server.

Who sets the AUTH_SESSION_ID cookie?

The AUTH_SESSION_ID cookie is associated with Keycloak and is classified as strictly necessary.