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What is the impact of GDPR consent on tracking?

Quick Answer

GDPR consent banners cause 30-50% of users to reject tracking. Only 15% of cookie banners meet GDPR compliance. When a proper reject-all button is shown, half to two-thirds of users decline.

Full Answer

GDPR consent impact: Typical consent rates:

  • Accept all: 50-70%
  • Reject all: 20-35%
  • Customize (usually minimal): 10-20% What rejection means:
  • No GA4 tracking
  • No Facebook Pixel
  • No marketing cookies
  • Basic analytics only (if configured) Factors affecting consent:
  • Banner design: Dark patterns get more accepts
  • Brand trust: Known brands get higher consent
  • Industry: Finance/health lower, retail higher
  • Mobile vs desktop: Mobile users accept more The data gap: If 40% reject tracking in EU:
  • 40% of EU traffic is invisible -...

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