At a glance
| Provider | Wistia (Cloudflare) |
|---|---|
| Category | Strictly necessary |
| Consent required? | No |
| Typical domain | .wistia.com |
Do you need consent for w__cf_bm?
No. w__cf_bm 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.
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How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises w__cf_bm 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the w__cf_bm cookie?
No. w__cf_bm 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 w__cf_bm cookie do?
Cloudflare cookie used by Wistia to distinguish humans from bots and protect against automated traffic.
Who sets the w__cf_bm cookie?
The w__cf_bm cookie is associated with Wistia (Cloudflare) and is classified as strictly necessary.