I've been working on adding a cookie banner to my app and I'm curious about whether clicking 'Deny' actually does anything. Do cookies still load in the background regardless of this choice? Are we truly adhering to GDPR standards, or are we just slapping on a banner without real functionality? Are people only taking action when they receive an intimidating email?
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Yes, a properly functioning banner should effectively block cookies from loading when 'Deny' is clicked. Many feel it’s just for show, but there are practical implications if it's correctly implemented.
Generally speaking, a proper cookie consent setup should block all non-essential cookies until the user clicks 'Allow.' A good approach is to use established solutions like open-source libraries that handle this for you.
It really varies from site to site. In my agency, we make sure to check the user's consent before loading any third-party scripts. Some clients get upset, thinking tracking can happen regardless, but it's crucial to be ethical. Surprisingly few people check these implementations.
By law, clicking 'Deny' should prevent any cookies from being placed, but in reality, it often depends on how the site is set up. Some developers just hope it'll work, but not all cookies stop loading automatically when you deny consent.
In theory, denying consent means no tracking cookies should be set. However, the effectiveness of these banners can be inconsistent across different websites. If you're really curious, you could use browser tools to test it out yourself.
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