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Update May 30, 2018

I'm using a different plugin now so here's a new video to help you install and tweak the Cookie Notice plugin.

We All Need to Comply With the EU Cookie Directive

The EU cookie directive applies to everyone who's website can be accessed by people in Europe.

This means all of us

Even if you are not targeting Europe your website can still be seen there. All affiliate links send your visitors to websites which use cookies.

If you have Google Analytics, social share buttons, a shopping cart or similar plugin then the plugin is using cookies on your website. So it can apply to us even if we don't realize that a plugin is doing it. I'd rather be safe than sorry. "I didn't know the gun was loaded" is no excuse.

Also, if you have Google Adsense then Google uses cookies on your website unless people have opted out in their browser settings. If you have Adsense and don't comply then you run the risk of Google closing your Adsense account.


The Plugin

I've installed a great plugin which is almost ready to go as soon as it's activated but I suggest you do a bit of tweaking as shown in the video. You can also tweak the color settings if you wish. The plugin in called 'Cookie Notice' by dFactory, its free from the WordPress repository and installed in the usual way.

The banner disappears when someone clicks on OK. It's pretty cool!


Thanks for watching.

As always I'm here to help you,


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Harrysastar2 Premium
Excellent stuff, Marion, bookmarked.
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MarionBlack Premium
Thanks Harry
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Loes Premium
Thanks, I have just add the EU cookie law plugin on all my sites yesterday, I didn't realize that my websites used cookies, but as Craig (Labman) explained, all sites with affiliate links use cookies.
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MarionBlack Premium
It's a pain in the butt but we have to comply. Thanks for popping in Loes.
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Loes Premium
Yes it is, but you don't want some law-suit either:(
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Seanmccat Premium
Disclaimer: This is not legal advice and nothing in this response should be interpreted to create an attorney/client relationship.

If you live the United States and not running a website that perpetuates fraud, the chance of any EU authority suing is slim to nothing, and slim is on his way out of town.
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ValerieJoy Premium Plus
Many thanks Marion. I've installed the plugin.
I was not aware of this new policy - what would I do without your training!!
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MarionBlack Premium
Thanks for popping in Valerie. I have a few sites to go before I quit for the day :(
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anderscj Premium
Bookmarking this to set up on my sites. Thanks Marion.
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MarionBlack Premium
You're welcome
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Judy-B Premium
Thank you for the training. I guess it's something I should have. Will look into it more. :)
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MarionBlack Premium
Yeah! As if we needed this...
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