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Cookie glossary · Marketing

What is the presence cookie?

Facebook cookie used for chat functionality and presence status. It is set by Facebook and classified as "Marketing". Requires consent.

At a glance

Provider Facebook
Category Marketing
Consent required? Yes
Typical domain .facebook.com

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises presence from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Marketing". 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the presence cookie?

Yes. presence is a "Marketing" 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 presence cookie do?

Facebook cookie used for chat functionality and presence status.

Who sets the presence cookie?

The presence cookie is associated with Facebook and is classified as marketing.