Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Consentify, privacy, and GDPR.
Can I really use Consentify for free?
Yes. Our Free plan is perfect for small websites and personal projects. It includes one domain and all the core features you need to be GDPR-compliant. As you grow, you can easily upgrade for more domains and higher pageview limits.
Why choose Consentify over other solutions?
Consentify is built for speed, simplicity, and multi-site management. Unlike complex enterprise tools, our platform lets you manage multiple domains from a single, intuitive dashboard. Our script is lightweight and delivered via an edge network, ensuring your site's performance is never compromised. You get powerful features without the bloat.
Do I have to remove Google Tag Manager to use Consentify?
You remove the GTM code from your site, but you keep your container. Add the container ID in Consentify like any other integration, and we load GTM for you. If the old GTM code is still on the page, the container loads twice, and the Integrations page warns you about it. If you change something in GTM, re-scan your site from the Integrations page so your cookie declaration stays up to date.
How does Consentify improve my website's performance?
Our consent script is highly optimized and loads asynchronously from a global edge network. This means it doesn't block your page from rendering. Third-party scripts (like analytics or ads) are only loaded *after* a user gives consent, ensuring you get the best possible Core Web Vitals scores.
Is Consentify fully GDPR-compliant?
Yes, Consentify provides the tools you need to meet the cookie consent requirements of GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive. Our system is actively maintained to stay aligned with the latest regulations, ensuring your banners are always compliant.
How easy is it to customize the banner?
It couldn't be easier. Our built-in visual editor gives you full control over colors, layout, fonts, and text in real-time. You can design a banner that perfectly matches your brand's look and feel without writing a single line of code.
How does Consentify work with Google Tag Manager?
You add your container ID in Consentify, and we load GTM for you. The Google tags in the container follow Google Consent Mode v2, which Consentify sets up. Tags that are not from Google, for example a Meta Pixel added as custom HTML, do not read Consent Mode. Give them a trigger on the consentify_consent event in GTM, so they only fire once the visitor has agreed to the right category. No consent platform can do that for you inside your own container. If you would rather skip the triggers, add the tools directly in Consentify instead, and each one is held back until the visitor agrees.
Do I need a 'Reject All' button on my banner?
Yes, according to recent GDPR guidelines, users must be given an equally clear choice to accept or reject cookies. All Consentify banners include 'Accept' and 'Decline' options by default to ensure you are compliant from the start.
What is my responsibility as a website owner?
As the website owner (data controller), you are ultimately responsible for overall GDPR compliance. Consentify acts as your data processor, providing a robust technical tool to help you correctly obtain, manage, and log user consent for cookies. For legal advice specific to your business, we always recommend consulting a privacy expert.
Where is the consent data stored?
All consent data is securely stored on encrypted servers within the EU, ensuring full compliance with GDPR's data residency requirements.
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