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Pre-consent scripts

Tracking scripts referenced in the HTML before consent are critical under GDPR/ePrivacy.

  • critical
  • ok

What we check

Looks for 13 cookie-based trackers referenced in the HTML before consent.

Why it matters

Tracking scripts referenced in the HTML before consent are critical under GDPR/ePrivacy.

Common causes

The most common triggers for this finding. Expand this section with real-world examples.

How to fix it

Mark scripts as "requires consent" and run a browser test without interaction (DevTools → Network).

  • Q01
    What does a failing Pre-consent scripts finding mean?

    Tracking scripts referenced in the HTML before consent are critical under GDPR/ePrivacy. Mark scripts as "requires consent" and run a browser test without interaction (DevTools → Network).

  • Q02
    How do you fix Pre-consent scripts?

    Mark scripts as "requires consent" and run a browser test without interaction (DevTools → Network).