What is Cookie Scout?
Cookie Scout is a WordPress plugin and related service that helps website owners manage cookie consent, scanning, and compliance.
What data we collect
When you use Cookie Scout, we may collect and process the following data:
From the website owner (administrator):
- Domain name
- Email address (when creating or connecting an account)
- API credentials (for authentication)
From the website itself:
- Cookie scan results (e.g. detected cookies, scripts, and domains)
- Configuration settings related to consent and tracking
When data is sent
Data is only sent to our servers when:
- You connect your website to a Cookie Scout account
- You trigger a cookie scan
- The plugin communicates with our API for configuration or updates
No data is transmitted before the plugin is actively configured by the website administrator.
How we use the data
We use the collected data to:
- Authenticate your account
- Link your website to your Cookie Scout account
- Perform cookie scans and return results
- Provide and improve the functionality of the service
We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Third-party services
Cookie Scout may integrate with third-party services, depending on your configuration.
For example:
- Google Tag Manager (if enabled by the administrator)
These services are controlled by the website owner and may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
Data storage
Data is stored securely and only for as long as necessary to provide the service.
Your responsibility as a website owner
As a website owner, you are responsible for:
- Informing your users about cookies and tracking
- Obtaining consent where required by law
- Configuring Cookie Scout correctly
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at support@cookiescout.io