At a glance
| Provider | Magento |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | Varies (first-party) |
Do you need consent for frontend?
No. frontend 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.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises frontend 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 frontend cookie?
No. frontend 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 frontend cookie do?
The Magento storefront session identifier that links the visitor to their cart and session.
Who sets the frontend cookie?
The frontend cookie is associated with Magento and is classified as strictly necessary.