SmartCookieBar
"Cookie banner plugin for compliance with GDPR, displaying consent options and privacy info."
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SmartCookieBar shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where SmartCookieBar stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cookie banner | >100 |
| cookie consent | >100 |
| cookie notice | >100 |
| privacy | >100 |
About SmartCookieBar
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
“SmartCB is a GDPR-compliant cookie banner plugin that displays a customizable consent banner, allowing users to accept or decline cookies. It ensures privacy compliance, remembers user preferences, and improves SEO with proper cookie management.”
Installation
- Unpack the download package
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/smartcookiebardirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Go to ‘Upow Options’ plugin
Frequently asked questions
Can I customize the plugin?
Yes, you can customize the from the plugin settings.
Is the plugin mobile-friendly?
Absolutely! The plugin is optimized for mobile devices to provide a superior shopping experience on any device.
Changelog
1.0.2 – 2025-01-28
- Improved: Code Improved
1.0.1 – 2025-01-12
- Added: Admin notice remove
- Css fix
1.0.0
- Initial release
Upgrade Notice
Screenshots
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FAQ
SmartCookieBar: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 17, 2026
Is SmartCookieBar free?
Yes. SmartCookieBar is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is SmartCookieBar safe to use in 2026?
SmartCookieBar shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use SmartCookieBar?
SmartCookieBar is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 901 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 43 times in the last 30 days.
Does SmartCookieBar work with WordPress 7.1?
SmartCookieBar is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does SmartCookieBar need?
SmartCookieBar requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was SmartCookieBar last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on May 4, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes SmartCookieBar?
SmartCookieBar is developed and maintained by Zamzamcoders.
What are the best alternatives to SmartCookieBar?
The most popular alternatives to SmartCookieBar are CookieYes (1M+ installs), Complianz GDPR/CCPA Cookie… (1M+ installs) and GDPR Cookie Compliance (300K+ installs).
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