A cookie banner is the notice that informs visitors about the cookies you use and, where required, lets them accept or decline non-essential cookies. For a Chrome Extension, getting it right matters: The Chrome Web Store requires a privacy policy whenever an extension handles personal or sensitive user data, and enforces a Limited Use policy on how that data may be used. This free cookie banner generator asks a few questions about your Chrome Extension and assembles a tailored document you can copy or download in seconds.
Why your Chrome Extension needs a cookie banner
Under the EU ePrivacy rules and the GDPR, you generally need consent before setting non-essential cookies, and a clear notice explaining them.
The Chrome Web Store requires a privacy policy whenever an extension handles personal or sensitive user data, and enforces a Limited Use policy on how that data may be used.
What a Chrome Extension cookie banner should cover
A good cookie banner for a Chrome Extension is specific to how your product works. At a minimum, address:
- What the extension reads from pages or browsing activity
- Host permissions and the single purpose they serve
- Compliance with the Chrome Web Store Limited Use requirements
- A plain-language description of the cookies you set
- The purpose of each cookie category
- How visitors can control or withdraw consent
- A link to your full privacy policy
How this generator works
PolicySmith builds your cookie banner entirely in your browser — nothing you type is sent to a server. Answer the questions above about analytics, payments, AI features, and the regions your users live in, and the document updates to match. Export it as HTML or Markdown, paste it into your Chrome Extension, and link to it from your store listing or footer.
Frequently asked questions
When does a Chrome extension require a privacy policy?
Whenever it collects or transmits personal or sensitive user data, including web history, content of pages, or authentication info. You must disclose this and certify Limited Use in the developer dashboard.
When is a cookie banner legally required?
If you serve EU or UK visitors and set any non-essential cookies — analytics, advertising, or embedded media — you generally need a consent banner before those cookies load.
Do I need a banner for strictly necessary cookies?
Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent, but you should still disclose them. A short notice plus your privacy policy covers this.
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