At a glance
| Provider | Yandex |
|---|---|
| Category | Functional |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .yandex.ru |
Do you need consent for yp?
Yes. yp 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.
This is general guidance, not legal advice — always verify with a lawyer.
How FewCookies handles this cookie
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need consent for the yp cookie?
Yes. yp 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 yp cookie do?
Yandex cookie that stores user preferences and settings for Yandex services.
Who sets the yp cookie?
The yp cookie is associated with Yandex and is classified as functional.