At a glance
| Provider | Keycloak |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | Varies (first-party) |
Do you need consent for KC_RESTART?
No. KC_RESTART 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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How FewCookies handles this cookie
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the KC_RESTART cookie?
No. KC_RESTART 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 KC_RESTART cookie do?
Retains the state of an interrupted Keycloak authentication flow so it can be resumed correctly.
Who sets the KC_RESTART cookie?
The KC_RESTART cookie is associated with Keycloak and is classified as strictly necessary.