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Cookie glossary · Strictly necessary

What is the SSESS* cookie?

Drupal session cookie for secure HTTPS connections, identifying the user's session. It is set by Drupal and classified as "Strictly necessary". No consent required.

At a glance

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

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises SSESS* 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 SSESS* cookie?

No. SSESS* 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 SSESS* cookie do?

Drupal session cookie for secure HTTPS connections, identifying the user's session.

Who sets the SSESS* cookie?

The SSESS* cookie is associated with Drupal and is classified as strictly necessary.