At a glance
| Provider | Outbrain |
|---|---|
| Category | Marketing |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .outbrain.com |
Do you need consent for europe?
Yes. europe is a "Marketing" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises europe from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Marketing". 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 europe cookie?
Yes. europe is a "Marketing" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
What does the europe cookie do?
Outbrain cookie used for advertising and for tracking visitors across sites.
Who sets the europe cookie?
The europe cookie is associated with Outbrain and is classified as marketing.