FewCookies

Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the SERVERID cookie?

Server affinity cookie used by HAProxy for load balancing. It is set by HAProxy and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

Provider HAProxy
Category Strictly necessary
Consent required? No
Typical domain Varies (first-party)

How FewCookies handles this cookie

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

No. SERVERID 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 SERVERID cookie do?

Server affinity cookie used by HAProxy for load balancing.

Who sets the SERVERID cookie?

The SERVERID cookie is associated with HAProxy and is classified as strictly necessary.