At a glance
| Provider | Yandex Metrica |
|---|---|
| Category | Analytics |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .yandex.ru |
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the yandexuid cookie?
Yes. yandexuid is a "Analytics" 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 yandexuid cookie do?
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Who sets the yandexuid cookie?
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