At a glance
| Provider | Optimizely |
|---|---|
| Category | Analytics |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | Varies (first-party) |
Do you need consent for optimizelyBuckets?
Yes. optimizelyBuckets is a "Analytics" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises optimizelyBuckets from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Analytics". 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 optimizelyBuckets cookie?
Yes. optimizelyBuckets is a "Analytics" cookie, so it is not strictly necessary. Under the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and Romania's Law 506/2004, you must obtain the visitor's explicit consent before setting it.
What does the optimizelyBuckets cookie do?
Optimizely cookie that stores assigned test variations.
Who sets the optimizelyBuckets cookie?
The optimizelyBuckets cookie is associated with Optimizely and is classified as analytics.