At a glance
| Provider | YouTube |
|---|---|
| Category | Functional |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .youtube.com |
Do you need consent for VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA?
Yes. VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA 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.
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How FewCookies handles this cookie
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA cookie?
Yes. VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA 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 VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA cookie do?
YouTube cookie that stores the visitor's privacy preferences.
Who sets the VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA cookie?
The VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA cookie is associated with YouTube and is classified as functional.