At a glance
| Provider | Yandex |
|---|---|
| Category | Marketing |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .yandex.ru |
Do you need consent for yabs-sid?
Yes. yabs-sid 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.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
FewCookies recognises yabs-sid 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the yabs-sid cookie?
Yes. yabs-sid 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 yabs-sid cookie do?
Yandex cookie for the Yandex.Direct ad system that identifies the session for ad serving and measurement.
Who sets the yabs-sid cookie?
The yabs-sid cookie is associated with Yandex and is classified as marketing.