FewCookies

Cookie glossary · Marketing

What is the uid cookie?

Adform cookie for uniquely identifying users in the advertising network. It is set by Adform and classified as "Marketing". Requires consent.

At a glance

Provider Adform
Category Marketing
Consent required? Yes
Typical domain .adform.net

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises uid 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.

Check your site for free →

Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the uid cookie?

Yes. uid 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 uid cookie do?

Adform cookie for uniquely identifying users in the advertising network.

Who sets the uid cookie?

The uid cookie is associated with Adform and is classified as marketing.