GDPR
The GDPR Cookie Consent plugin for Craft CMS is designed to help you comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by providing a customizable solution for managing user consents related to cookies. The plugin enables you to display a cookie consent banner on your website, allowing users to accept or reject different categories of cookies.
Key Features
- Customizable consent banner
- Support for multiple cookie categories
- Consent management and storage
- Integration with Google Tag Manager and other third-party services
- Automatic consent updates
Installation & Requirements
Requirements
Before installing the plugin, ensure that your Craft CMS installation meets the following requirements:
- Craft CMS version 4.8 or higher
- PHP version 8.2 or higher
- Composer
Installation
Install with the following composer require command:
composer require yui/craft-gdpr
Use Cases
The GDPR Cookie Consent plugin can be used in various scenarios to ensure compliance with GDPR regulations:
E-commerce Websites
Display a consent banner to inform users about the use of cookies for tracking and personalization. Allow users to manage their cookie preferences.
Blogs and News Sites
Provide a cookie consent banner to manage analytics and advertising cookies, ensuring users have control over their data.
Corporate Websites
Implement a consent banner to comply with GDPR regulations and build trust with your visitors by being transparent about data usage.
Configurations & How To
Basic Configuration
After installing the plugin, you need to configure it to fit your website’s needs. Follow these steps:
- Navigate to Settings > GDPR Cookie Consent in the Craft CMS control panel.
- Configure the general settings, including the consent banner text, appearance, and behavior.
- Define the cookie categories (e.g., Necessary, Preferences, Statistics, Marketing) and their descriptions.