URL: /rules/security/third-party-cookies

---
title: "Third-Party Cookies"
description: "Detects third-party resources that may set cookies"
---

Detects third-party resources that may set cookies

| | |
|---|---|
| **Rule ID** | `security/third-party-cookies` |
| **Category** | [Security](/rules/security) |
| **Scope** | Per-page |
| **Severity** | info |
| **Weight** | 3/10 |

## Solution

Third-party cookies are being phased out by browsers. Review resources from external domains that may set cookies for tracking. Consider using first-party analytics solutions, server-side tracking, or privacy-focused alternatives. Ensure compliance with GDPR/CCPA by providing cookie consent and disclosing third-party services in your privacy policy.

## Enable / Disable

### Disable this rule

```toml squirrel.toml
[rules]
disable = ["security/third-party-cookies"]
```

### Disable all Security rules

```toml squirrel.toml
[rules]
disable = ["security/*"]
```

### Enable only this rule

```toml squirrel.toml
[rules]
enable = ["security/third-party-cookies"]
disable = ["*"]
```