
How to Set Up and Customize Cookie Consent Banners on Your Website
Inform and manage website visitor cookie consent with a customizable banner. This guide explains how to create, customize, and control cookie permissions on your site.
A cookie banner helps you comply with privacy laws by informing visitors about cookies and obtaining necessary permissions for non-essential cookies.
Key Banner Settings
Choose from three configuration options:
- Basic (Accept only)
- Standard (Accept + Manage Cookies)
- Advanced (Accept + Manage + Reject All)
Add Cookie Banner
- Navigate to Cookies and Data Privacy panel
- Enable Cookie Banner
- Select desired buttons (Reject All and/or Manage Cookies)
- Customize button labels and disclaimer text
- Choose banner layout (Footer, Pill, or Hidden)
- Configure Analytics preferences
- Save changes
Customize Banner Appearance
Modify these elements:
- Color theme
- Banner position
- Text size
- Button styling (font, shape, outline, padding)
- Button colors
- Background colors
Manage Cookie Restrictions
To restrict non-essential cookies until visitor consent:
- Enable Cookie Banner
- Review non-essential cookie settings in Advanced Privacy Settings
- Save preferences
Add Privacy Policy Link
- Create a privacy policy page
- Add page link to cookie banner text
- Save changes
View Banner Preview
To see the banner in action:
- Log out of your account
- Use private/incognito browsing
- View site as a visitor
Important Notes
- Banner won't appear while logged in
- Legal requirements vary by location
- Default text should be reviewed for compliance
- Activity log settings impact Analytics data collection
Remember to regularly review and update your cookie settings to maintain compliance with privacy regulations and provide transparency to your visitors.
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