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What is the AWSALBCORS cookie?

CORS-compatible version of the AWSALB cookie for cross-origin requests. It is set by Amazon Web Services and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the AWSALBCORS cookie?

No. AWSALBCORS 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 AWSALBCORS cookie do?

CORS-compatible version of the AWSALB cookie for cross-origin requests.

Who sets the AWSALBCORS cookie?

The AWSALBCORS cookie is associated with Amazon Web Services and is classified as strictly necessary.