At a glance
| Provider | Checkout.com |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .checkout.com |
Do you need consent for __cf_bm?
No. __cf_bm 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.
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How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises __cf_bm 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 __cf_bm cookie?
No. __cf_bm 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 __cf_bm cookie do?
Cloudflare Bot Management cookie used by Checkout.com to block automated traffic during payment.
Who sets the __cf_bm cookie?
The __cf_bm cookie is associated with Checkout.com and is classified as strictly necessary.