At a glance
| Provider | Microsoft Identity Platform |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .login.microsoftonline.com |
Do you need consent for esctx?
No. esctx 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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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the esctx cookie?
No. esctx 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 esctx cookie do?
Stores the Microsoft Entra authentication session context for CSRF protection, binding the request to the browser instance.
Who sets the esctx cookie?
The esctx cookie is associated with Microsoft Identity Platform and is classified as strictly necessary.