What cookies are created when a Website is published via Webflow, and do they only include necessary cookies or are there additional ones that require a cookie policy?

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September 22, 2023

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When a website is published via Webflow, several cookies are created. These cookies serve various purposes, including improving website performance, enhancing user experience, and tracking user behavior for analytics purposes. It's important to note that Webflow does not use any unnecessary or non-essential cookies.

Here are the cookies that may be created when a website is published via Webflow:

_ga, _gat, _gid: These cookies are set by Google Analytics and are used to track visitor information, such as the number of visits, pages viewed, and the duration of each visit. These cookies are essential for gathering analytics data and optimizing website performance.
_fbp: This cookie is set by Facebook and is used to deliver targeted advertisements to website visitors on Facebook. It allows for more relevant and personalized advertising based on the user's browsing behavior on the website.
__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid: These cookies are used by Stripe, a popular online payment platform integrated with Webflow. They are necessary for the proper functioning of the payment process, including payment authentication and fraud prevention.
wf_site: This cookie is set by Webflow and is used to identify the visitor's active session. It helps in delivering a consistent user experience throughout the website and is essential for website personalization features.
_hjIncludedInSample: This cookie is set by Hotjar, a website analytics tool. It is used to track user behavior, such as mouse clicks, scroll movements, and form interactions, to help website owners understand how users engage with their site and make data-driven improvements.

It's important to have a clear and comprehensive cookie policy in place when these cookies are used on a website. The cookie policy should explain the purpose of each cookie, how long they will be stored, and how visitors can manage or disable their use through browser settings.

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