Cookie Policy: What It Is and How to Create One
A practical guide to cookie policies, GDPR cookie consent requirements, and what to include in your cookie disclosure.
A cookie policy explains what cookies your website uses, why they are set, and how users can manage their preferences. Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, websites must obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies.
Organize cookies into categories: strictly necessary, analytics, functionality, and marketing. Users should be able to accept or reject each category independently through a consent banner.
Many websites embed cookie disclosures within their privacy policy. This is acceptable as long as the section is clearly labeled and easy to find. A standalone cookie policy page can improve clarity for compliance audits.