MaxtDesign

<h4>The MaxtDesign Cookie Consent Manager That Actually Works</h4>
<p>Most WordPress consent plugins either don’t actually control tracking (they just show a form) or they’re so bloated they slow down your site significantly. <strong>MaxtDesign Cookie Consent is different</strong>: proper Google Consent Mode v2 implementation in under 10KB.</p>
<h4>Why This Plugin?</h4>
<p><strong>For Site Owners:</strong><br />
You need CCPA/GDPR compliance but don’t want to sacrifice site performance or deal with complex configuration.</p>
<p><strong>For Developers:</strong><br />
You want clean, efficient code that follows WordPress standards and doesn’t conflict with other plugins.</p>
<p><strong>For Agencies:</strong><br />
You manage multiple client sites and need a reliable, lightweight solution that just works.</p>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<p><strong>✓ Actually Controls Tracking</strong><br />
Unlike “checkbox theater” plugins that only show forms, this plugin properly implements Google Consent Mode v2, ensuring GA4 and Google Ads respect user choices.</p>
<p><strong>✓ Blazing Fast (<10KB)</strong><br />
Zero performance overhead. No database queries during page load. Pure localStorage-based consent management.</p>
<p><strong>✓ Three Style Presets</strong><br />
Choose from Minimal, Modern, or Bold popup styles. Customize colors to match your brand.</p>
<p><strong>✓ Works Everywhere</strong><br />
Compatible with any theme. Works with Elementor (optional). Mobile responsive. Accessibility compliant (WCAG 2.1 AA).</p>
<p><strong>✓ Developer-Friendly</strong><br />
Clean code following WordPress standards. Two shortcodes for easy integration. No jQuery dependency. Vanilla JavaScript.</p>
<p><strong>✓ Privacy-First</strong><br />
No server-side user tracking. No external API calls. User consent stored locally. GDPR/CCPA compliant by design.</p>
<p><h4>What is Google Consent Mode v2?</h4>
</p>
<p>Google Consent Mode v2 (GCM v2) became mandatory in March 2024 for GA4 and Google Ads in the EU. It’s Google’s framework for managing user consent signals across their advertising and analytics products.</p>
<p><strong>This plugin implements all four required consent types:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>analytics_storage</strong> – Google Analytics cookies</li>
<li><strong>ad_storage</strong> – Advertising cookies  </li>
<li><strong>ad_user_data</strong> – User data for advertising</li>
<li><strong>ad_personalization</strong> – Personalized advertising</li>
</ul>
<p>Without proper GCM v2 implementation, your GA4 and Google Ads tracking may be unreliable or non-compliant.</p>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<ol>
<li><strong>Visitor arrives</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Consent popup appears (customizable position, style, timing)</li>
<li><strong>User chooses</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Three options: Accept All, Analytics Only, or Decline All</li>
<li><strong>Consent stored</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> User choice saved in localStorage (privacy-friendly, no server tracking)</li>
<li><strong>GCM signals updated</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Google Analytics and Ads respect the user’s choice immediately</li>
<li><strong>No repeat popup</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> Cookie remembers they’ve seen popup (configurable duration)</li>
</ol>
<h4>Popup Customization</h4>
<p><strong>Style Presets:</strong><br />
* <strong>Minimal</strong> – Clean and subtle<br />
* <strong>Modern</strong> – Rounded and polished<br />
* <strong>Bold</strong> – Strong and prominent</p>
<p><strong>Position Options:</strong><br />
* Top banner<br />
* Bottom banner<br />
* Center modal</p>
<p><strong>Animation Options:</strong><br />
* Slide in<br />
* Fade in<br />
* No animation</p>
<p><strong>Color Customization:</strong><br />
Primary color picker to match your brand</p>
<h4>Shortcodes</h4>
<p><strong>Display Current Status:</strong></p>
<pre><code>[mdcc_consent_status]
</code></pre>
<p>Shows consent chips: “Analytics: On/Off” and “Ads: On/Off”</p>
<p><strong>Manage Consent Interface:</strong></p>
<pre><code>[mdcc_manage_consent title="Your Privacy Choices"]
</code></pre>
<p>Full consent management with Accept/Analytics/Decline buttons and current status display.</p>
<p>Both shortcodes update in real-time when consent changes.</p>
<h4>Optional Elementor Integration</h4>
<p>Prefer to use a custom Elementor popup? Simply enter your Elementor Popup ID in settings, and the plugin will use your custom popup instead while maintaining proper GCM v2 functionality.</p>
<h4>Technical Specifications</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Size:</strong> <10KB total (CSS + JS combined, gzipped)</li>
<li><strong>Performance:</strong> Zero database queries during page load</li>
<li><strong>Storage:</strong> localStorage-based (no server-side user tracking)</li>
<li><strong>Dependencies:</strong> None (vanilla JavaScript, no jQuery)</li>
<li><strong>Compatibility:</strong> WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+</li>
<li><strong>Standards:</strong> WCAG 2.1 AA accessible, mobile responsive</li>
</ul>
<p><h4>Perfect For</h4>
</p>
<ul>
<li>WordPress sites using GA4 or Google Ads</li>
<li>CCPA/GDPR compliance requirements</li>
<li>Performance-conscious developers</li>
<li>Agency client sites needing scalable consent management</li>
<li>Anyone tired of bloated consent plugins</li>
</ul>
<h4>What This Plugin Doesn’t Do</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Not a cookie scanner</strong> – Doesn’t automatically detect all cookies on your site</li>
<li><strong>Not a full compliance suite</strong> – Focuses on consent management for Google tracking</li>
<li><strong>Not multi-platform tracking</strong> – Free version handles GA4/Ads only (Pro version coming with Facebook, Hotjar, etc.)</li>
</ul>
<p>For comprehensive cookie auditing and multi-platform tracking control, consider our Pro version (launching 2025).</p>
<h4>Coming in Pro Version</h4>
<ul>
<li>Facebook Pixel control</li>
<li>Hotjar tracking control</li>
<li>LinkedIn Insight Tag</li>
<li>TikTok Pixel</li>
<li>Custom script control</li>
<li>Consent analytics dashboard</li>
<li>Geolocation-based prompts</li>
<li>White-label mode for agencies</li>
</ul>
<h3>Privacy Policy</h3>
<p>MaxtDesign Cookie Consent does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. All consent preferences are stored locally in the user’s browser using localStorage. No information is sent to external servers.</p>
<p>However, this plugin manages consent for third-party services (Google Analytics, Google Ads). Those services have their own privacy policies:</p>
<ul>
<li>Google Analytics Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy</li>
<li>Google Ads Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads</li>
</ul>
<p>It is your responsibility to include appropriate disclosures in your site’s privacy policy about the tracking services you use.</p>
<h3>Support</h3>
<p>For support, please use the <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/maxtdesign-cookie-consent" rel="ugc">WordPress.org support forum</a>.</p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<p>Developed by MaxtDesign – <a href="https://maxtdesign.com" rel="nofollow ugc">https://maxtdesign.com</a></p>
<p>Special thanks to the WordPress community for feedback and testing.</p>


MaxtDesign Cookie Consent – Google Consent Mode v2


Installed, tested and validated. Works like a charm. I use it with Google Tag Manager - just pasted in the Google-supported small scripts in the page headers, installed this plugin, and things work.



My first use is with a site built with Bricks Builder. I have put the shortcode 'mdcc_manage_consent' in a Bricks off-canvas which slides in when activating a small trigger icon at the bottom of the page. A trigger icon is not automatically provided by this plugin, but can very easily be fixed this way if you want to allow visitors to revisit their consent settings.



I have had a few support questions, and replies and fixes are immediate and perfect. Bravo!


Excellent plugin with great support

Free cookie consent that actually controls Google Analytics & Ads (not just a banner). 10x lighter than $50/month alternatives. GDPR/CCPA.

Felix A. Schultz

<p><a href="https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/solutions/cookie-consents" rel="nofollow ugc">Intastellar Consents</a> allows you to display a compliant cookie consent banner on your WordPress website and block non-essential scripts until consent is given.</p>
<p>Intastellar Consents supports out of the box the following compliance laws:<br />
– GDPR<br />
– ePrivacy Directive<br />
– CCPA / CPRA<br />
– LGPD in Brazil<br />
– POPIA in South Africa</p>
<p>The plugin integrates seamlessly by loading the Intastellar Consents script and handling consent logic centrally, ensuring consistent behavior across pages.</p>
<h3>Google Consent Mode</h3>
<p>Intastellar Consents supports Google Consent Mode, allowing Google Analytics and Google Ads<br />
to adapt their behavior based on user consent while preventing tracking cookies before consent.</p>
<p>Consent signals are updated dynamically when users change their preferences.</p>
<h3>Key Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>GDPR & ePrivacy compliant consent banner</li>
<li>Google Consent Mode support (advanced setups included)</li>
<li>CCPA / CPRA support with “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” option</li>
<li>Blocks marketing and analytics scripts until consent is granted</li>
<li>Lightweight, minimal performance impact</li>
<li>Customizable look and feel to match your brand</li>
<li>Multi-language support based on site language</li>
<li>Easy plugin install or single-script integration</li>
<li>Hosted securely in the EU</li>
<li>Compatible with Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, Microsoft UET/Clarity, HubSpot, and others</li>
<li>Support for LGPD in Brazil and POPIA in South Africa</li>
</ul>
<h3>Supported WordPress Languages</h3>
<p>The full plugin admin (Settings, Branding, Intro, Privacy, Help, and the “Ask for review” prompt) is translated into the following languages. Set your site or admin language in <strong>Settings <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> General</strong> (or your user profile language for the admin) to use them.</p>
<ul>
<li>English (default)</li>
<li>Danish (Dansk)</li>
<li>German (Deutsch)</li>
<li>French (Français)</li>
<li>Spanish (Español)</li>
<li>Italian (Italiano)</li>
<li>Dutch (Nederlands)</li>
<li>Polish (Polski)</li>
<li>Portuguese – Portugal (Português)</li>
<li>Japanese (日本語)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Translations</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Plugin admin:</strong> The list above is built into the plugin; no extra setup is needed. Just set your WordPress or user language and the admin will appear in that language.</li>
<li><strong>This page (WordPress.org):</strong> To have the plugin description and this readme shown in more languages on the WordPress.org plugin page, translators can contribute at <strong>translate.wordpress.org</strong> <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> project <strong>wp-plugins/intastellar-gdpr-cookie-banner</strong>. Approved translations there are used for the plugin’s landing page and for automatic language-pack updates.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Who Is This Plugin For?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Small business websites</li>
<li>Freelancers and agencies building WordPress sites</li>
<li>Developers who want a clean consent solution</li>
<li>Website owners who don’t want enterprise-level CMP complexity</li>
<li>Anyone tired of bloated cookie plugins</li>
<li>Agencies managing multiple client sites that need a consistent consent solution</li>
<li>WordPress developers looking for a lightweight and easy-to-use consent solution</li>
</ul>
<h3>How It Works</h3>
<p>Intastellar Consents loads a secure script that:<br />
1. Detects visitors’ region and initializes consent defaults (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)<br />
2. Prevents non-essential scripts from firing until consent is given<br />
3. Applies Google Consent Mode signals based on user consent<br />
4. Ensures personalized banner presentation via multi-language detection<br />
5. Fires permitted scripts only after valid consent<br />
This approach helps you balance privacy compliance with data insights, especially for analytics and ads platforms.</p>
<h3>GDPR & Privacy Compliance</h3>
<p>Intastellar Consents is built with GDPR principles in mind:</p>
<ul>
<li>Consent before non-essential cookies</li>
<li>Clear and explicit user choice</li>
<li>No pre-checked consent</li>
<li>No user profiling by the plugin itself</li>
<li>Consent handling aligned with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive</li>
</ul>
<p>Intastellar Consents does not claim to provide full legal compliance on its own.</p>
<h3>Privacy & Data Handling</h3>
<p>The plugin itself does not store personal data on the WordPress site.<br />
Consent logic is handled via Intastellar Consents’ infrastructure.</p>
<p><strong>Note:</strong> Website owners remain responsible for ensuring their overall site configuration, cookie usage, and privacy policy are GDPR-compliant.</p>
<h3>External Resources</h3>
<p>The plugin loads the following external resources which are required for the consent banner to function:<br />
JavaScript from:<br />
https://consents.cdn.intastellarsolutions.com<br />
CSS styling from:<br />
https://downloads.intastellarsolutions.com<br />
The banner and consent management logic run from these hosted resources.<br />
Without these external files, the plugin will not display or function properly.<br />
No personal data or WordPress user information is sent to these domains simply by loading the script.</p>
<p>No tracking, analytics, or marketing cookies are set by these resources before user consent is given.</p>
<p>Why are external resources required?<br />
The consent system is centrally maintained so updates to compliance rules, UI, and consent logic can be rolled out without requiring site owners to manually update the plugin.</p>
<p>You can find the service on our website: <a href="https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/solutions/cookie-consents" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/solutions/cookie-consents</a><br />
Find the privacy policy here: <a href="https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/about/legal/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/about/legal/privacy</a><br />
Find the terms of service here: <a href="https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/about/legal/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.intastellarsolutions.com/about/legal/terms</a></p>


Intastellar Consents – GDPR Cookie Banner & Google Consent Mode

Short Description

Free GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, POPIA cookie banner for WordPress. Automatically block tracking scripts and support Google Consent Mode.

MaxtDesign Cookie Consent – Google Consent Mode v2 vs Intastellar Consents – GDPR Cookie Banner & Google Consent Mode