IDE Cookie Explained

IDE is set by Google LLC via DoubleClick (now Google Ads) to track ad impressions and measure conversions across websites.

Who sets it

Google LLC — delivered from the doubleclick.net domain as part of Google's advertising network.

What it does

Stores an identifier used to recognise a browser across sites that serve Google ads. This allows Google to measure whether an ad resulted in a conversion and to avoid showing the same ad too many times.

Duration

Up to 13 months, though it is periodically refreshed.

Consent type

Marketing / advertising — third-party cookie. Requires explicit marketing consent under GDPR.

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