At a glance
| Provider | hCaptcha |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .hcaptcha.com |
Do you need consent for hc_accessibility?
No. hc_accessibility 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 hc_accessibility 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 hc_accessibility cookie?
No. hc_accessibility 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 hc_accessibility cookie do?
hCaptcha cookie that stores accessibility settings to let users pass the challenge without repeated re-verification.
Who sets the hc_accessibility cookie?
The hc_accessibility cookie is associated with hCaptcha and is classified as strictly necessary.