Cookie Declaration

Learn how to integrate and customize the Cookie Declaration feature on your website

Overview

The Cookie Declaration feature provides a comprehensive, automatically updated list of all cookies used on your website. This dynamic declaration ensures your cookie policy stays current and compliant with privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA.

A Cookie Declaration is a detailed list that shows:

All cookies present on your website
Their purpose and functionality
Duration and expiration times
Whether they are essential or optional
Which third-party services use them

Unlike static cookie policies that require manual updates, Visible Privacy's Cookie Declaration automatically scans and updates your cookie list in real-time.

Integration

Basic Script Integration

To add the Cookie Declaration to your website, simply include this script tag where you want the declaration to appear:

<script async type="text/javascript" src="https://bc-prod-config.empathy.co/[CLIENT_ID]/cookieDeclaration.js"></script>

Replace [CLIENT_ID] with your actual client ID from your Visible Privacy Playboard dashboard.

Finding Your Client ID

Log into your Visible Privacy Playboard
Navigate to Installation → Your Client ID
Copy your Client ID from the configuration section
Replace [CLIENT_ID] in the script with your actual ID

Implementation Example

Here's how to integrate the Cookie Declaration into a typical website structure:

cookie-policy.html

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
    <meta charset="UTF-8">
    <title>Cookie Policy - Your Website</title>
</head>
<body>
    <h1>Cookie Policy</h1>
    <p>Learn about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.</p>
    
    <!-- Cookie Declaration Integration -->
    <div id="cookie-declaration">
        <script async type="text/javascript" src="https://bc-prod-config.empathy.co/YOUR_CLIENT_ID/cookieDeclaration.js"></script>
    </div>
</body>
</html>

You must place the Cookie Declaration script in the exact place where you want it to appear in the website, as shown in the example above.

Customization Options

Styling Integration

The Cookie Declaration inherits your website's styling but can be customized using the following CSS classes:

/* Main container styling */
.vp-cookie-declaration-container {}

/* Consent status section */
.vp-cookie-declaration-consent-status {}

/* Category sections */
.vp-cookie-declaration-category-section {}

/* Category headers */
.vp-cookie-declaration-category-header {}

/* Category descriptions */
.vp-cookie-declaration-category-description {}

/* Cookie table styling */
.vp-cookie-declaration-table {}

.vp-cookie-declaration-table th {}

.vp-cookie-declaration-table td {}

.vp-cookie-declaration-table tr:hover {}

Language Support

The Cookie Declaration automatically detects your website's language and displays content accordingly. Supported languages include:

English
Spanish
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Polish

Best Practices

Placement Recommendations

Dedicated Cookie Policy Page: Create a standalone page for your cookie declaration
Footer Links: Always link to your cookie policy from your website footer
Privacy Center: Include it as part of a comprehensive privacy center

Legal Compliance

Regular Reviews: While automatic, periodically review the declaration for accuracy
Privacy Policy Integration: Ensure your privacy policy references the cookie declaration
Consent Management: Use alongside Visible Privacy's consent management solution

User Experience

Clear Navigation: Make your cookie policy easily accessible
Mobile Optimization: Test the declaration on mobile devices

The Cookie Declaration automatically categorizes cookies into different types:

Technical Cookies

Essential cookies required for basic website functionality:

Session management
Security features
Load balancing
Basic navigation

Preference Cookies

Cookies that enhance user experience:

Language preferences
Theme settings
Personalization options
Accessibility features

Analytics Cookies

Cookies used for website analytics and performance:

Google Analytics
Traffic analysis
Performance monitoring
User behavior tracking

Marketing Cookies

Cookies used for advertising and marketing:

Targeted advertising
Conversion tracking
Social media integration
Remarketing campaigns

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Script Not Loading:

Verify your Client ID is correct
Check for JavaScript errors in browser console
Ensure the script is not blocked by ad blockers

Outdated Cookie Information:

The declaration updates automatically, but changes may take up to 24 hours
Clear your browser cache if you don't see recent changes
Contact support if issues persist

Styling Issues:

Check for CSS conflicts with your website theme
Use browser developer tools to inspect styling
Apply custom CSS if needed

The Cookie Declaration feature works seamlessly with Visible Privacy's consent management solution to provide comprehensive privacy compliance for your website.

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