At a glance
| Provider | PubMatic |
|---|---|
| Category | Marketing |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .pubmatic.com |
Do you need consent for PugT?
Yes. PugT 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 PugT 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 PugT cookie?
Yes. PugT 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 PugT cookie do?
PubMatic cookie that records when the user's cookies were last updated to throttle writes.
Who sets the PugT cookie?
The PugT cookie is associated with PubMatic and is classified as marketing.