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WP Cookie Consent – FAQ

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How can I Install the WP Cookie Consent Plugin? #

Installing the WP Cookie Consent Plugin is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. From the WordPress Dashboard #

  1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New.
  3. In the search bar, type “WP Cookie Consent Plugin”.
  4. Locate the plugin in the search results and click Install Now.
  5. After installation, click Activate to enable the plugin.

2. Uploading the Plugin ZIP File #

If you have downloaded the plugin as a ZIP file from the WordPress repository or the WP Legal Pages Compliance Platform:

  1. After installation, click Activate.
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
  3. Click Choose File, locate the downloaded ZIP file, and upload it.
  4. Click Install Now.

Is the WP Cookie Consent Pro Plugin installed but unable to be used? #

If the WP Cookie Consent Pro Plugin is installed but you’re unable to use it, it might be because the plugin requires you to connect or create an account.

1. Create a New Account

  1. In the plugin’s settings, click New? Create a free account.
    • Creating an account grants you access to advanced features such as:
      • Cookie Scanner
      • Advanced Dashboard
      • Geo-Targeting
  2. A pop-up window will appear prompting you to create an account.
  3. Clicking on this will redirect you to app.wplegalpages.com.
  4. Sign up by entering your details and click the Sign-up & Connect button.

2. Connect Your Site #

  1. After creating your account, click Connect Site in the plugin settings.
  2. Your plugin will now be linked to your WP Legal Pages Compliance Platform account.

3. Start Using the Pro Version #

Once connected, your Pro version is ready to use! Enjoy advanced features and enhanced compliance options.

How to Generate a Cookie Notice? #

To generate a cookie notice, you need to have the WP Cookie Consent Plugin activated on your website.

To display the cookie notice on your website –

  • Go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Cookie Settings > Compliances Tab > Cookie Notice Card.
  • Enable the Cookie Notice.
  • Select the type of law for which you want to generate a cookie notice: ePrivacy, GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, or GDPR & CCPA.
  • Save the changes and the cookie notice will appear on your website.

How to Scan the Website for Cookies? #

To scan your website’s cookies, go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Cookie Settings > Cookie List Tab > Discovered Cookies card. Then, click on the ‘Scan Now’ button to start scanning.

Will I Have to Add All the Cookies Manually? #

No. The WP Cookie Consent plugin has a one-click scanner that scans your website for all cookies and pre-populates cookie information for known cookies.

Can I Change the Information on the Scanned Cookies? #

Yes. You can edit the information in your website’s cookies, including the cookie category and purpose.

Do Visitors Now Have to Accept/Reject Cookies to Use Websites? #

No. Only the ‘necessary’ cookies will be loaded until the user consents.

Will my Website Become GDPR Compliant After Installing the Plugin? #

Cookie consent is just one aspect of GDPR. Installing the plugin does not guarantee compliance. You’ll still need to implement other aspects of the GDPR.

How can I Manually Add Cookie Policy Data? #

  1. Go to Admin Menu > WP Cookie Consent > Policy Data.
  2. Click on “Add New“, fill in the data and publish.

How Can I Display Cookie Policy Data on Page? #

Use the shortcode [wpl_cookie_details] to display cookie policy data on the pages.

How to Customize the Cookie Banner Design? #

The WP Cookie Consent provides several ways to customize your cookie banner design. Go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Cookie Settings > Design Tab to see the settings for various components you can customize like Cookie Notice Body, Accept Button, Decline Button, etc.

The WP Cookie Consent Pro also provides some pre-designed templates to style your cookie banner. To select a template, go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Cookie Settings > Configuration Tab.

How to Customize Bookie Banner Content? #

The WP Cookie Consent plugin provides several ways to customize the content of your cookie banner.

  • Go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Compliances Tab.
  • The Cookie Notice card provides options to customize the message displayed on the cookie banner.
  • The Privacy Policy card provides several settings to add a link to your Privacy Policy inside your cookie banner.
  • The Revoke Consent card provides several settings to provide a user with the option to revoke their consent/ update their opt-in choices at any time.

How to Block Third-Party Cookie Scripts? #

To block third-party cookie scripts, you must have the WP Cookie Consent Pro plugin activated on your website.

  • Go to WordPress Dashboard > WP Cookie Consent > Script Blocker Tab.
  • Turn on the Script Blocker.
  • Click on the ‘Advanced Settings’ button, a popup will appear. The popup has a list of third-parties script blocking is supported for. Select the desired third party and its category.

How to Enable IAB Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF), and Why You Should Do It? #

The purpose of the IAB Framework is to create standardized cooperation between online publishers, advertisers, and tech companies supplying consent management to meet GDPR requirements for transparency and user consent.

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