Is it mandatory to show the cookies prompt on my website? Or is it only for certain countries?
What is everyone else doing for each country?
Hi @svalkyrie23
Great question—cookies prompts are one of those things that can be a bit tricky since they depend on where your customers are located and the laws that apply to your store.
Is a cookie prompt mandatory?
It depends on the country. Some regions, like the EU (under GDPR) and California (CCPA/CPRA), require websites to inform visitors about data collection and, in some cases, get explicit consent. However, in other countries, it’s not mandatory.
Who needs a cookie banner?- EU & UK (GDPR & ePrivacy Directive) → Yes, if you collect cookies for tracking, analytics, or marketing, you must get explicit consent before storing them.
- California (CCPA/CPRA) → You don’t need prior consent, but you must disclose cookie usage and allow users to opt out of selling their data.
- Canada (PIPEDA) → Implied consent is usually fine unless you’re collecting sensitive data.
- Australia & Other Countries → Not strictly required, but recommended for transparency.
What do most Shopify stores do?
Most businesses add a cookie banner if they serve EU or California customers. Some only show it based on user location, while others apply it globally to stay compliant across all markets.
How to add a cookie consent banner?
If you need one, Shopify’s Customer Privacy app or apps like GDPR Cookie Banner can automate this for you. Or, if you want to add a custom one, here’s a simple example using Javascript:
This website uses cookies. Accept
This is a super basic version, but if you’re dealing with GDPR, you’d need a more advanced version that blocks non-essential cookies until consent is given.
If you’re unsure, it’s always good to check with a legal expert based on your target audience.
Hope this helps! If you need extra help, just let me know asap. Thanks
Daisy