_gac_ Cookie

What does the _gac_ cookie do?

_gac_ cookie stores and tracks audience reach on a specific website to identify users who have interacted with that site. Contains information about marketing campaigns for the user. This information is shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when these services are connected with a Google Analytics account.

Why this cookie matters

This cookie is commonly used by google-analytics , google-ads for marketing purposes – such as tracking usage behaviour, optimising experience, or enabling marketing functionality.

Because it's categorised as marketing, many jurisdictions require that users give explicit consent before it can be activated. If blocked or denied by the visitor, personalised ads or retargeting features may not function properly.

How Cookifi helps you manage this cookie

Cookifi automatically detects cookies like _gac_, categorises them, and gives you full control over when and how they load - based on your users' consent choices.

Whether you manage consent via Google Tag Manager, consent APIs (like the Shopify or WordPress Consent API), or prefer automatic cookie blocking or manual script control, Cookifi integrates seamlessly into your stack.

Built for technical marketers, business owners and developers, Cookifi offers flexibility without sacrificing compliance.