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Cookiebot by Usercentrics<\/strong> is a Google-certified CMP (consent management platform) that automates cookie compliance. It detects cookies and trackers, pauses non-essential ones until a choice is made, records consent for audit, and passes consent to Google via Consent Mode v2\u2014helping you meet GDPR, CCPA\/CPRA, LGPD, ePrivacy and more.<\/p>\n

Why it matters:<\/strong> basic banners that don\u2019t control scripts can leave tracking running without permission\u2014raising compliance risk and reducing measurement accuracy because valid consent isn\u2019t signaled. Cookiebot by Usercentrics handles consent correctly, keeps cookie information up to date automatically, and preserves analytics and ads\u2014with less manual effort.<\/p>\n

Trusted at scale: 2.3M+ site scans\/month, 7B+ consents, 600,000+ websites, 60 languages.<\/strong>
\nSet up in minutes. No code required.<\/p>\n

Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Fully customizable cookie banner<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Multiple layouts and color themes to match your design<\/li>\n
  • \u201cAccept all\u201d, \u201cReject all\u201d, or granular choices by purpose<\/li>\n
  • 60+ languages and auto-language detection<\/li>\n
  • Revisit Consent button for easy withdrawal or updates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Best-in-class cookie scan<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Deep scanning detects all cookies, trackers, and web technologies in use<\/li>\n
    • Automatic categorization and update of your cookie declaration page<\/li>\n
    • Continuous re-scanning to stay current with site changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Global cookie repository<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Backed by Cookiebot\u2019s constantly updated library of thousands of cookies and trackers<\/li>\n
      • Automatically pulls accurate service descriptions for your policy page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Automated cookie declaration<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Cookie information automatically embedded into your site\u2019s cookie policy<\/li>\n
        • Always up to date with latest scan results and repository data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Effortless blocking & signaling<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Blocks non-essential cookies and trackers until user consent is given<\/li>\n
          • Sends real-time signals to Google Consent Mode v2 for Ads and Analytics<\/li>\n
          • Helps you comply with GDPR, ePrivacy, CCPA\/CPRA, LGPD and other frameworks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Secure consent storage<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • Proof of consent stored securely in the EU for 12 months<\/li>\n
            • Exportable logs for audits and data access requests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Easy and flexible integrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • Works seamlessly with Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics, and other tools<\/li>\n
              • Automatically detects and controls common WordPress plugins and third-party scripts<\/li>\n
              • Ready-made out-of-the-box integrations for Wix, Shopify, Webflow, Joomla and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                Compliance Coverage<\/strong><\/h4>\n

                Cookiebot helps you operationalize consent for major privacy frameworks including\u00a0GDPR\/ePrivacy (EU, UK-GDPR\/PECR)<\/strong>,\u00a0CCPA\/CPRA<\/strong>,\u00a0LGPD<\/strong>,\u00a0POPIA<\/strong>,\u00a0VCDPA<\/strong>, and more. It also supports\u00a0IAB TCF v2.2<\/strong>\u00a0for publishers and advertisers. As regulations and platform requirements evolve, Cookiebot\u2019s rules and content are updated so your experience stays aligned.<\/p>\n

                Why WordPress users choose Cookiebot by Usercentrics<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                • Google-certified CMP ready for Consent Mode v2<\/li>\n
                • Trusted by global brands and 100,000+ websites<\/li>\n
                • Runs automatic cookie scans to keep you compliant<\/li>\n
                • Simple setup \u2014 no code, no guesswork<\/li>\n
                • EU-based secure data storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                  Support and updates<\/strong><\/h4>\n

                  Support<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  • Help Center & docs:<\/strong>\u00a0Step-by-step setup, configuration guides, and troubleshooting articles for Cookiebot by Usercentrics.<\/li>\n
                  • In-product guidance:<\/strong>\u00a0Wizard and contextual tips to get scanning, blocking, and signaling live fast.<\/li>\n
                  • Need help?<\/strong>\u00a0If you have questions or run into issues with the cookie banner or consent signals,\u00a0visit our Help Center or contact us<\/strong>\u2014our team will assist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Updates & maintenance<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    • Regular product updates:<\/strong>\u00a0Ongoing improvements for stability, performance, accessibility, and compatibility with the latest WordPress and browser changes.<\/li>\n
                    • Compliance & ad-tech readiness:<\/strong>\u00a0Continuous updates to support evolving privacy requirements and\u00a0Google Consent Mode v2<\/strong>\u00a0behaviors.<\/li>\n
                    • Scanning engine & repository refreshes:<\/strong>\u00a0Our detection rules and cookie\/service descriptions are kept current so your\u00a0cookie declaration and policy embeddings<\/strong>\u00a0stay accurate.<\/li>\n
                    • Auto-updates supported:<\/strong>\u00a0Enable plugin auto-updates in your dashboard to receive new versions as they\u2019re released.<\/li>\n
                    • Changelog included:<\/strong>\u00a0Review what\u2019s new directly from the plugin\u2019s changelog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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