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Cookie glossary · Marketing

What is the sess cookie?

Xandr cookie used to test whether the user's browser accepts cookies for advertising. It is set by Xandr (AppNexus) and classified as "Marketing". Requires consent.

At a glance

Provider Xandr (AppNexus)
Category Marketing
Consent required? Yes
Typical domain .adnxs.com

How FewCookies handles this cookie

FewCookies recognises sess 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need consent for the sess cookie?

Yes. sess 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 sess cookie do?

Xandr cookie used to test whether the user's browser accepts cookies for advertising.

Who sets the sess cookie?

The sess cookie is associated with Xandr (AppNexus) and is classified as marketing.