GlobalProtect Cookie Locations
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User Cookies (Windows)
User-specific authentication cookies are stored in:
C:\Users\%Username%\AppData\Local\Palo Alto Networks\GlobalProtect\
| Type | Filename Pattern | Description |
|---|---|---|
| User Auth Cookie | PanPUAC_<hash>.dat | Tied to specific user session |
Pre-Logon Cookies (Windows)
Machine-level cookies (not tied to a user) are stored in:
C:\Program Files\Palo Alto Networks\GlobalProtect\
| Type | Filename Pattern | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-logon Auth Cookie | PanPPAC_<hash>.dat | Machine-based authentication |
Notes
- Cookie files use a hash in the filename (e.g.,
PanPUAC_17c2deb6776739fbe2e40a988c921b8.dat) - Clearing these files forces re-authentication
- Pre-logon cookies enable VPN connection before user login