GRT Consent Tool
Lightweight, modern consent management for GDPR, CCPA, and ePrivacy. Includes customizable banners, smart script blocking, and consent logging.
Use with caution
GRT Consent Tool works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where GRT Consent Tool stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| CCPA | >100 |
| compliance | >100 |
| cookie consent | >100 |
| ePrivacy | #70 |
| GDPR | >100 |
About GRT Consent Tool
From the official readme · v0.1.5Description
Consent Guard provides a configurable consent banner, script blocking by category, and consent logging for audit readiness.
Features:
* Customizable banner copy, colors, and position.
* Script blocking with pattern rules and whitelists.
* Consent logging with export and retention controls.
* Integrations for WP Consent API and Google Consent Mode.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Open Consent Guard in the admin menu to configure settings.
Frequently asked questions
Does this block scripts automatically?
Yes. Add patterns or custom rules under Script Blocking.
Where are consent logs stored?
Logs are stored as a private post type and can be exported from the admin UI.
Changelog
New premium deactivation modal and improved branding support.
0.1.5
- Design: Introduced premium, modern deactivation feedback modal with smooth animations.
- UI/UX: Reorganized asset structure for better performance and selective script loading.
- Improvement: Integrated custom plugin branding and icons for insights collection.
- Bug Fix: Resolved “Undefined property” warnings in the SDK core.
- Maintenance: General code optimization and standard compliance.
0.1.4
- Feature: Migrated analytics endpoint to production server for better data tracking.
- Security: Hardened log export functionality with strict capability and referer checks.
- Security: Implemented advanced sanitization for color pickers and numeric settings.
- Performance: Removed legacy hooks and optimized script loading logic.
- Maintenance: Verified compatibility with WordPress 6.9+.
0.1.3
- Integration: Successfully connected Kenjo Insights SDK with dynamic endpoint support.
- Fix: Resolved database collation mismatch (‘Illegal mix of collations’) in log queries.
- Improvement: Moved SDK initialization to ‘init’ hook for improved reliability.
- Clean: Comprehensive code refactoring and removal of unused private methods.
0.1.2
- Improved script blocking performance by caching consent preferences.
- Added strict type hinting for better code reliability.
- Enhanced sanitization and validation in admin settings.
- Updated internal versioning and documentation.
0.1.1
- Added “Re-consent on policy change” feature to re-prompt users when the policy version is updated.
- Improved cookie preference persistence across browser sessions.
- Fixed minor CSS issues in the admin dashboard.
0.1.0
- Initial release.
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FAQ
GRT Consent Tool: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Is GRT Consent Tool free?
Yes. GRT Consent Tool is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is GRT Consent Tool safe to use in 2026?
GRT Consent Tool works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use GRT Consent Tool?
GRT Consent Tool is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 528 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.
Does GRT Consent Tool work with WordPress 7.1?
GRT Consent Tool is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does GRT Consent Tool need?
GRT Consent Tool requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was GRT Consent Tool last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.5, was released on May 10, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes GRT Consent Tool?
GRT Consent Tool is developed and maintained by Ridhwan Ahsan.
What are the best alternatives to GRT Consent Tool?
The most popular alternatives to GRT Consent Tool are CookieYes (1M+ installs), Complianz GDPR/CCPA Cookie… (1M+ installs) and Cookie Compliance for WordP… (800K+ installs).
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