At a glance
| Provider | YouTube |
|---|---|
| Category | Functional |
| Consent required? | Yes |
| Typical domain | .youtube.com |
Do you need consent for yt-remote-fast-check-period?
Yes. yt-remote-fast-check-period 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
FewCookies recognises yt-remote-fast-check-period from our database of 1,300+ known cookies and classifies it automatically as "Functional". 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 yt-remote-fast-check-period cookie?
Yes. yt-remote-fast-check-period 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 yt-remote-fast-check-period cookie do?
Configures the fast check interval for YouTube remote.
Who sets the yt-remote-fast-check-period cookie?
The yt-remote-fast-check-period cookie is associated with YouTube and is classified as functional.