Necessary

"_shopify_essential" Cookie

Shopify

Description

Supports essential shopping functionality and checkout process.

Details

Cookie Name: _shopify_essential
Category: Necessary
Service: Shopify
Popularity: 0.8% of scanned websites
Data Source: Cookie is

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 _shopify_essential 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 _shopify_essential must be disclosed in your privacy policy.

Managing _shopify_essential with a Consent Banner

A consent management platform lists _shopify_essential 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 _shopify_essential cookie require consent?

No. _shopify_essential 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.

Who sets the _shopify_essential cookie?

_shopify_essential is set by Shopify. It is categorised as necessary.

How common is the _shopify_essential cookie?

_shopify_essential appears on about 0.8% of the websites scanned by Kukie.io, based on real scan data.

How do I block or delete the _shopify_essential cookie?

Visitors can delete _shopify_essential 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.