Set by the law · ePrivacy Directive Art. 5(3)
Cookie (storing or accessing information on a terminal device)
In plain English
Storing information, such as a cookie, on a user's device, or reading information already stored there, is allowed only with the user's consent after clear and comprehensive information, unless an exemption applies.
The official text
Member States shall ensure that the storing of information, or the gaining of access to information already stored, in the terminal equipment of a subscriber or user is only allowed on condition that the subscriber or user concerned has given his or her consent, having been provided with clear and comprehensive information
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