At a glance
| Provider | |
|---|---|
| Category | Marketing |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .facebook.com |
Do you need consent for presence?
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.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
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.
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.