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Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the nlbi_* cookie?

Imperva Incapsula load-balancing cookie that ensures requests are routed to the correct backend server. It is set by Imperva Incapsula and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the nlbi_* cookie?

No. nlbi_* 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 nlbi_* cookie do?

Imperva Incapsula load-balancing cookie that ensures requests are routed to the correct backend server.

Who sets the nlbi_* cookie?

The nlbi_* cookie is associated with Imperva Incapsula and is classified as strictly necessary.