external_referer Cookie

What does the external_referer cookie do?

Twitter installs this cookie to improve its own service and personalize its content Our website uses third party cookies called external referer for tracking the pages where the cookie was set from and which social media platforms the user is coming from when they click on a button. This information will be used to identify potential leads, such as people who have viewed your content in LinkedIn, Google+, or Facebook and clicked one of our website buttons.

Why this cookie matters

This cookie is commonly used by x , twitter 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 external_referer, 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.