# [Cookie Scripts](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookie-scripts/) **Cookie scripts are at the core of Cookiebot CMP technology, enabling compliance with GDPR and CCPA regulations.** · [Try Cookiebot CMP free for 14 days](https://admin.cookiebot.com/signup) · [Learn more about Cookiebot CMP](https://www.cookiebot.com/) --- ## What is a cookie script? For those new to the developer's world, a script refers to the "scripting language" used to code a website or app. A cookie script is a piece of code inserted into a website's coding to deal with cookies and online tracking. ## What does our cookie scripts do, exactly? The Cookiebot CMP scanner detects all tracking on your website, then automatically controls it until users give prior consent (required by GDPR in EU) or features a Do Not Sell My Personal Information link (required by CCPA in California). --- ## Martech 5000: visions of the hidden The ad tech industry is vast and complex, with over 7,000 companies involved in behavioral advertisement, real-time bidding, and data harvesting. The [Martech 5000](https://chiefmartec.com/2019/04/marketing-technology-landscape-supergraphic-2019/) infographic provides a glimpse into this ecosystem. ### Behavioral advertisement doesn't work for anyone but the ad tech industry A recent study by the Wall Street Journal found that behaviorally targeted advertising only increases publisher revenue by 4%. The real profits go to the ad tech industry, along with the power of surveillance. --- ## Frequently asked questions What is GDPR? The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is an EU data protection law that governs personal data processing. [Learn more about GDPR and consent](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/gdpr-cookies/). What is CCPA? The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regulates how businesses collect, process, and share California residents' personal information. [Learn more about CCPA compliance](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/ccpa/). How can my website become compliant? Use a consent management platform (CMP) like Cookiebot CMP to scan your website and detect cookies, trackers, and other personal data processing methods. [Try Cookiebot CMP free for 14 days](https://admin.cookiebot.com/signup). --- ## Resources * [General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/gdpr/) * [California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/what-is-ccpa/) * [Support for implementing Cookiebot CMP](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/help/) * [A Brief History of How Your Privacy Was Stolen by The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/03/opinion/google-facebook-data-privacy.html) * [Cookiebot CMP from the developer's point of view](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/developer/) * [The Martech 5000 – an overview of the Ad Tech Industry](https://chiefmartec.com/2019/04/marketing-technology-landscape-supergraphic-2019/) * [Empirical study on behavioral advertisement](https://www.wsj.com/articles/behavioral-ad-targeting-not-paying-off-for-publishers-study-suggests-11559167195/?redirect=amp#click=https://t.co/ai1PWrLffM&ns=prod/accounts-wsj) --- ## Stay informed Join our community of data privacy enthusiasts and subscribe to the Cookiebot newsletter. ## Download the CMP integration for your preferred CMS *Used by: various brands* (logos removed) ## Usercentrics Cookiebot WordPress Plugin Information about the Usercentrics Cookiebot WordPress Plugin. ## Usercentrics for Wix Details about Usercentrics for Wix. --- ## Product [Cookiebot™ Consent Solution](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookie-consent-solution/) · [Usercentrics for Wix](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookiebot-for-wix-by-usercentrics-app/) · [WordPress Plugin](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/new-wp-cookie-plugin/) · [Pricing](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/pricing/) ## Regulations [DMA (EU)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/digital-markets-act-dma/) · [GDPR (EU)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/gdpr/) · [CCPA (California)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/what-is-ccpa/) · [VCDPA (Virginia)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/virginia-vcdpa/) · [LGPD (Brazil)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/lgpd/) · [TCF v2.3 (IAB)](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/tcf/) · [Google Consent Mode](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookiebot-cmp-google-consent-mode/) · [Microsoft UET Consent Mode](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/microsoft-consent-mode-cmp/) ## Partners [Become an affiliate](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/affiliates/) · [Become a partner](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/resellers/) · [Find a partner](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookiebot-reseller/) ## Resources [Blog](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/blog/) · [Digital Markets Act Hub](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/digital-markets-act-dma-resources/) · [Google Consent Mode Hub](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/google-consent-mode-resources/) · [Google Consent Mode V2 Certification](https://courses.usercentrics.com/course/google-consent-mode-v2) · [Google Consent Audit Fixes](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/google-consent-audit-fixes/) · [Developer documentation](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/developer/) · [Cookiebot vs CookieYes](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookiebot-best-cookieyes-alternative/) · [Cookiebot vs OneTrust](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/onetrust-alternative/) · [Cookie Banner Cost Calculator](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookie-banner-pricing-calculator/) ## Company [About us](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/about/) · [Careers](https://usercentrics.com/career/) · [Support](https://support.cookiebot.com/hc/en-us/) --- [Privacy Policy](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/privacy-policy/) · [Terms of Service](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/terms-of-service/) · [Cookie Declaration](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/cookie-declaration/) · [Data Processing Agreement](https://www.cookiebot.com/en/data-processing-agreement/) ©2026 Cookiebot™ by [Usercentrics](https://usercentrics.com/)