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What is the cookie_prefs Cookie?
Set by PayPal (PayPal Holdings, Inc.). Expires after 10 years.
Purpose
Stores the user's cookie consent preferences on PayPal's platform.
Cookie Details
| Cookie Name | cookie_prefs |
| Service | PayPal |
| Provider | PayPal Holdings, Inc. |
| Category | Functional |
| Duration | 10 years |
| Consent Required | No — strictly necessary |
Category: Functional
Functional cookies enhance the website's functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers. Consent is required under GDPR.
GDPR Requirements
The cookie_prefs cookie is strictly necessary and does not require user consent under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive. It may be set when the user first visits your site.
However, you must still disclose this cookie in your cookie policy, explaining what it does and why it is necessary.
How to Handle This Cookie
- It can load freely — no need to block PayPal behind a consent gate for this specific cookie.
- Disclose it — list it in your cookie policy explaining it is strictly necessary for paypal functionality.
- Don't add a checkbox for it — strictly necessary cookies should not be listed as toggleable in your consent UI.
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