Process for Setting Up GDPR + US State Privacy Laws Compliance Solution
To implement a GDPR- and US state privacy law-compliant solution (e.g., CPRA, VCDPA, CPA, and others) for your WordPress site using a plugin-based, no-custom-code, fully automated third-party service (where you own the account), Tiny Frog follows this step-by-step process aligned with CookieYes 2026 best practices:
Assess Your Site’s Needs: Gather details on your website traffic (e.g., monthly pageviews from Google Analytics) and site size (e.g., number of pages). This determines the appropriate pricing tier. Define tiers as:
- Traffic Levels (for pageview-based pricing): Low (<25,000 pageviews/month), Medium (25,000–100,000 pageviews/month), High (>100,000 pageviews/month).
- Page Count Levels (for page-based pricing): Low (<100 pages), Medium (100–1,000 pages), High (>1,000 pages).
Recommend Options: Present you with 2–3 suitable services from the list below, based on your traffic/page count and budget. You must create and own the account (e.g., sign up directly on the service’s website). Prioritize platforms like CookieYes that support geo-targeted banners, granular consent, auto-blocking, and audit-ready consent logs.
Account Setup: Instruct you to sign up for the chosen service’s premium plan and provide Tiny Frog with the API key, license key, or account credentials (or share account with Tiny Frog’s account if applicable).
Plugin Installation and Configuration (CookieYes Best Practices):
- Install the free CookieYes GDPR Cookie Consent plugin from the WordPress repository.
- Activate premium features using your provided key (connects to your CookieYes dashboard for advanced tools).
- Run the automated setup wizard: Enable cookie scanning (with scheduled monthly/weekly scans), auto-blocking of third-party scripts/iFrames, region-specific banners (GDPR opt-in for EU/UK; opt-out for US states with GPC/DNT support), granular consent categories, consent logging, and Google Consent Mode v2 integration.
- Customize the banner design to match the site’s branding (no custom code needed; uses plugin settings). Select GDPR & US State Laws templates. Add “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link (footer + banner). Generate and link a cookie policy via CookieYes’s built-in generator. Enable revisit consent widget for easy withdrawal and WCAG accessibility.
Testing and Compliance Check:
- Trigger an automated site scan via the chosen service to detect, categorize, and update cookies (review any “uncategorized” items).
- Test the banner on desktop/mobile in multiple regions: Simulate consents, verify third-party scripts (e.g., Google Analytics) are blocked until consent, and confirm granular options, no dark patterns, and symmetric Accept/Reject buttons.
- Use built-in consent logs/reports (exportable for audits) and external checkers to confirm compliance. Verify Google Consent Mode v2 and GPC signal handling.
Handover and Documentation: Provide you with setup documentation, explain how to manage consents/renewals/scheduled scans, generate policies, and access audit logs. Confirm they handle all ongoing service payments/updates.
Estimated time: 5 hour minimum. Additional time may be required depending on site size, number of scripts and cookies detected, configuration complexity (e.g., geo-targeting or Consent Mode setup), and any follow-up adjustments after initial scans. Any additional hours would be quoted for approval in advance.
Recommended Solutions
Below is a list of suitable plugin-based solutions. All are fully automated (e.g., cookie scans, script blocking, geo-targeting), handled by third-party services (e.g., cloud-based updates/scans), require no custom code, and support GDPR (opt-in consent) + US state laws (opt-out/do-not-sell with GPC). You sign up directly and own the account. Prices are in USD, based on annual billing where available (monthly equivalents noted; subject to change—always verify on linked pages). Free plans are limited for professional compliance (lacking auto-blocking, geo-targeting, and full logs). Our current recommended option is CookieYes.com
| Service | Pricing Basis | Link |
|---|---|---|
| CookieYes | Pageviews | https://www.cookieyes.com/pricing/ |
| Complianz | Sites (unlimited pageviews) | https://complianz.io/pricing/ |
| Cookiebot | Page Count | https://www.cookiebot.com/us/pricing/ |
Best Options for Pageview Based Pricing
For services using traffic (pageview) based pricing, CookieYes is our recommended platform per their 2026 best practices (Google Certified CMP, IAB TCF v2.3, granular controls, policy generator, GPC support).
https://www.cookieyes.com/pricing
Updated 2026 tiers (pageviews/month; annual discounts often apply; overages $0.30 per 1,000 extra on paid plans; check site for exact USD):
| Tier | Service | Price (Annual USD) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (<25,000 pageviews/mo) | CookieYes Free / Basic | $0–~$120* | Up to 5,000–100,000 pv/mo; limited scans/features on Free—upgrade to Basic/Pro for full auto-blocking/geo-targeting/logs. |
| Medium (25,000–100,000 pageviews/mo) | CookieYes Pro | ~$300* | Up to 100,000–300,000 pv/mo + geo-targeting, scheduled scans, consent logs, policy generator. |
| High (>100,000 pageviews/mo) | CookieYes Premium / Ultimate | ~$660* | 300,000+ or unlimited pv/mo; full features including granular controls, revisit consent, iFrame blocking, multilingual, Google Consent Mode v2. |
* Note: Pricing subject to change—please check associated pricing URL for current annual billing (often 2 months free discount) and exact tier limits.
CookieYes 2026 Best Practices Summary (integrated into setup above):
- Geo-targeted, region-specific banners with clear language.
- Granular consent (essential vs. analytics/marketing) + easy revocation.
- Auto-blocking + Google Consent Mode v2 for analytics continuity.
- Consent logging for audit readiness + scheduled scans.
- Cookie policy generator + “Do Not Sell/Share” link + GPC/DNT respect.
- No dark patterns, WCAG accessibility, multilingual support.
This helps maintain compliance with evolving laws while keeping implementation simple and user-friendly. For any site-specific adjustments, contact us.
Important Legal Disclaimer
While we implement the latest CookieYes best practices and technical solutions for GDPR and US state privacy laws as of March 18, 2026, no solution can guarantee 100% legal compliance. Key reasons include:
- Privacy laws and regulatory guidance evolve rapidly and are subject to interpretation by courts and authorities.
- Compliance depends on your specific data processing practices, third-party integrations, accurate cookie categorization, and ongoing website changes.
- Automated tools require proper configuration, regular maintenance, and human oversight.
- Ultimate legal responsibility always rests with the website owner.
We strongly recommend consulting a qualified privacy attorney for a full legal review tailored to your business and jurisdiction. This service provides technical implementation assistance only and does not constitute legal advice.
