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Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the cky-active-check cookie?

Checks that the CookieYes consent mechanism is active and functioning on the page. It is set by CookieYes / first-party and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

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

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises cky-active-check 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the cky-active-check cookie?

No. cky-active-check 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 cky-active-check cookie do?

Checks that the CookieYes consent mechanism is active and functioning on the page.

Who sets the cky-active-check cookie?

The cky-active-check cookie is associated with CookieYes / first-party and is classified as strictly necessary.