At a glance
| Provider | Rack |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | Varies (first-party) |
Do you need consent for rack.session?
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the rack.session cookie?
No. rack.session 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 rack.session cookie do?
Session cookie for Ruby applications built on Rack.
Who sets the rack.session cookie?
The rack.session cookie is associated with Rack and is classified as strictly necessary.