At a glance
| Provider | PayPal |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .paypal.com |
Do you need consent for nsid?
No. nsid 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
FewCookies recognises nsid 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 nsid cookie?
No. nsid 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 nsid cookie do?
PayPal session cookie used to maintain state during the payment process.
Who sets the nsid cookie?
The nsid cookie is associated with PayPal and is classified as strictly necessary.