How to Not Load Any Cookies in Joomla!
Cookies are essential for features like Joomla's user management system, analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics), tracking tools (e.g., Facebook Pixel), or shopping cart extensions. If you're using any of these functionalities, cookies are necessary for proper operation.
However, if you don't use any of the above, it is possible to avoid cookies entirely. You can either create a simple custom system plugin to prevent cookies from loading or, if you're using the Cookies Policy Notification Bar Joomla! Plugin, you can achieve this by disabling the Allow Session Cookies option.
Steps to Prevent Cookies from Loading in Joomla!
Follow these steps to ensure your Joomla! website does not load any cookies, including session cookies.
- Navigate to Plugin Settings
- Access the Cookies Notification Bar Joomla! Plugin settings.
- Click on the Advanced Settings tab.
- Scroll down to the section labeled Block Cookies Functionality.
- Configure Plugin Parameters
- Choose Yes for the parameter: "Block Cookies Functionality."
- Choose No for the parameter: "Allow Session Cookies."
Final Notes
After completing these steps, your Joomla! website will not load any cookies, including session cookies, unless explicit user consent is given. Regularly test your site to verify compliance and make adjustments if necessary.