FewCookies

Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the frontend cookie?

The Magento storefront session identifier that links the visitor to their cart and session. It is set by Magento and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

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

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.

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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.