A cookie banner helps inform website visitors about data collection and obtain consent for cookie usage. This guide explains how to create an effective and compliant cookie consent system.

Understanding Cookie Banners

Cookies are data files stored in visitors' browsers that help websites function properly, enhance user experience, and track site traffic. Website owners may be legally required to:

• Inform visitors about cookie usage
• Get consent for non-essential cookies
• Provide options to manage cookie preferences

Setting Up Your Cookie Banner

To add a cookie banner:

1. Open the Cookies and Data Privacy panel
2. Enable the Cookie Banner option
3. Configure banner buttons:
   • Reject All: Lets visitors decline non-essential cookies
   • Manage Cookies: Allows customization of cookie preferences
4. Customize text and legal notices
5. Choose banner display style (Footer or Pill)
6. Set Analytics preferences
7. Save changes

Customizing Banner Appearance

Style your banner by:

• Adjusting colors and position
• Modifying text size
• Customizing button styles (font, shape, outline, padding)
• Matching header color schemes

Managing Cookie Restrictions

To restrict non-essential cookies until consent:

1. Access the Visitors and Cookie Data panel
2. Enable Cookie Banner
3. Review Advanced Privacy Settings
4. Save preferences

Adding Privacy Policy Links

Create policy links by:

1. Creating a new page for privacy/cookie policy
2. Adding policy text
3. Linking the policy in your cookie banner
4. Saving changes

Remember to preview your banner in incognito mode, as it won't display while logged in.

Note: Cookie notification requirements vary by location. Ensure your implementation meets your specific legal requirements.

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