Necessary

"AEC" Cookie

Google

Description

Ensures that requests within a browsing session are made by the user, not by other sites.

Details

Cookie Name: AEC
Category: Necessary
Service: Google
Duration: 6 months
Data Source: Manual

Consent Requirement

This cookie is classified as necessary and typically does not require consent. It is essential for basic website functionality.

Consent Requirements by Regulation

GDPR & ePrivacy (EU)

Exempt from prior consent under the strictly necessary exemption (ePrivacy Directive Article 5(3)), provided AEC is genuinely required for the service the visitor requested. It must still be listed in your cookie policy.

UK GDPR & PECR

Exempt from consent under PECR Regulation 6(4) when strictly necessary. Disclosure in your cookie policy is still required.

CCPA/CPRA (California)

No opt-out is required for strictly necessary cookies, but AEC must be disclosed in your privacy policy.

Managing AEC with a Consent Banner

A consent management platform lists AEC in the banner's cookie table under the necessary category. Because it is strictly necessary, it stays active without an opt-in, but disclosing it keeps your cookie policy accurate. Kukie.io's scanner detects it automatically and keeps the disclosure up to date as your site changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AEC cookie require consent?

No. AEC is classified as strictly necessary, so it can be set without prior consent under GDPR and PECR. It must still be listed in your cookie policy.

How long does the AEC cookie last?

AEC typically persists for 6 months. The exact lifetime can vary with the site's configuration and the version of the script that sets it.

Who sets the AEC cookie?

AEC is set by Google. It is categorised as necessary.

How do I block or delete the AEC cookie?

Visitors can delete AEC at any time through their browser's cookie settings. Site owners can keep it blocked until consent with a consent management platform: Kukie.io's auto-blocking holds necessary cookies back until the visitor opts in.