Overview
emetriq is a German online advertising and audience data network. Its scripts collect audience data on publisher sites to power programmatic ad targeting in German-speaking markets.
What This Script Does
- Sets third-party cookies to build audience segments based on browsing behavior
- Collects page-level data (URLs, content categories) to classify visitors into interest-based segments
- Syncs user identifiers with demand-side platforms and ad exchanges for programmatic targeting
- Transmits audience segment data to emetriq's servers for use in ad campaigns
Consent & Compliance
- Consent Category: Marketing / Analytics
- Applicable Regulations: GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, TTDSG (German Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act)
- Opt-in Required: Yes — collects behavioral data and sets tracking cookies for advertising purposes, requiring explicit opt-in under GDPR and TTDSG
Should You Block This Without Consent?
Yes. emetriq is an advertising audience data platform that collects browsing behavior and sets third-party cookies for cross-site ad targeting. This requires explicit consent under EU and German privacy regulations.
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Does emetriq require cookie consent?
Yes. emetriq is a German online advertising and media network that collects audience data, builds behavioral profiles, and powers programmatic ad targeting. This constitutes personal data processing under GDPR, requiring explicit Marketing consent. As a German entity, it is also subject to the TTDSG cookie rules.
What data does emetriq collect?
emetriq scripts collect audience data on publisher sites to build behavioral user profiles. They track page views, content categories, and browsing patterns to segment users for programmatic advertising. Data flows into ad targeting systems used by media agencies and advertisers in the German market.
How does ConsentStack manage emetriq consent?
ConsentStack classifies emetriq as Marketing and Analytics. Its audience profiling and ad targeting scripts are blocked until visitor consent is granted. On consent, ConsentStack allows emetriq scripts to execute and collect behavioral data. On denial, all scripts remain suppressed to prevent unauthorized profiling.
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