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Cookie glossary · Functional

What is the region cookie?

Stores the user's chosen region for displaying localised content. It is set by Generic / first-party and classified as "Functional". Requires consent.

At a glance

Provider Generic / first-party
Category Functional
Consent required? Yes
Typical domain Varies (first-party)

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises region from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Functional". 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 region cookie?

Yes. region is a "Functional" 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 region cookie do?

Stores the user's chosen region for displaying localised content.

Who sets the region cookie?

The region cookie is associated with Generic / first-party and is classified as functional.