Guide to Installing Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution on Your Website
Introduction
Protecting user privacy and complying with data regulations is crucial for any website. By installing privacy controls and a cookie solution, you can empower your users with greater control over their data and ensure compliance with privacy laws. This guide will walk you through the process of installing privacy controls and a cookie solution on your website, helping you provide a transparent and user-friendly experience for your visitors.
Generate the Privacy Control and Cookie Solution Code
Follow our instructions to generate the necessary code for privacy controls and cookie consent banners: https://www.names.co.uk/support/articles/create-your-cookie-solution/
Installation
To display the cookie banner on your site, follow one of our guides given by our online compliance team below.
Custom setup
Plugins and integrations
- BigCommerce
- Ghost
- Jimdo
- Joomla! Extension
- Magento Extension
- PrestaShop Plugin
- Shopify
- Squarespace
- Ucraft
- Webflow
- Weebly
- Wix
- WordPress Plugin
Set-up Prior Blocking (Required)
In addition to displaying a cookie banner, you must also block cookies prior to consent:
Our online compliance teams plugins for WordPress, Joomla!, PrestaShop and Magento automatically block the most common scripts. More info on the related guides.
If you don’t use one of these platforms, you can block cookies by using any of the blocking methods described in the below guides (most popular are: Google Tag Manager, manual tagging and Google Consent Mode).
Prior Blocking Implementation
- Introduction to the Prior Blocking of Cookie Scripts
- Manual Tagging (with Practical Examples)
- Google Tag Manager
- How to set up Google Tag Manager with the iubenda Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution template
- Google Consent Mode
- Google AdSense and Ad Manager
- PHP Class
- How to integrate iubenda Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution with Google AMP (WordPress method included)
We have also provided some guides below which explain a few more guides on the more advanced side of the cookie banner.
Advanced
- How to migrate consents from a previous provider to the Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution
- How to retrieve proof of cookie preferences
- Cache, Speed and Other Optimization of the iubenda Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution
- How to invoke Privacy Controls and Cookie Solution API methods from an iframe
- How to Configure your Content Security Policy for iubenda
Test and Verify
After implementing the privacy controls and cookie solution, thoroughly test their functionality to ensure they work as expected. Verify that the privacy controls allow users to manage their preferences effectively and that the cookie consent banner appears correctly.
Monitor and Update
Regularly monitor your privacy controls and cookie solution to ensure ongoing compliance with privacy regulations. Update your solution whenever there are changes in your data practices, cookies, or legal requirements.
Conclusion
Installing privacy controls and a cookie solution on your website demonstrates your commitment to user privacy and compliance with data regulations. By following this guide, you can easily integrate these features, empowering your users and fostering trust in your website.
Remember to regularly review and update your privacy controls and cookie solution to adapt to evolving privacy laws and best practices.
Warning: This guide is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. It’s advisable to consult legal professionals to ensure compliance with specific privacy laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
If you have any questions, please raise a support request from within your Online Control Panel or call us at 0345 363 3634. Our customer support team will be happy to assist you.