Complianz Review: The Most Comprehensive GDPR Plugin for WordPress (2026)
What Is Complianz?
Complianz is a WordPress plugin that helps your site comply with privacy laws like GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, POPIA, PIPEDA, and 15+ other regulations. It combines cookie consent banner, automatic scanning, script blocking, and legal document generation. With 1M+ installs, 4.8/5 stars (1,608 reviews), updated March 2026 (v7.4.5), it is the most comprehensive self-hosted privacy plugin.
Key Features
- Wizard-based setup — Auto-configures based on your answers
- Automatic cookie scanning — Weekly scans detect new cookies
- Script Center — Manage scripts by consent category
- Legal document generation — Cookie and privacy policies
- Self-hosted — No external APIs, no pageview limits
- Google Consent Mode v2
- 15+ privacy laws
Free vs Premium
- Free — Consent banner, scanning, script blocking, policy generation. No pageview limits.
- Premium (~59 EUR/yr) — A/B testing, geo-targeting, TCF, consent records, premium integrations
Free has no pageview limits — biggest advantage over CookieYes (5,000/mo limit).
Complianz vs CookieYes vs WPConsent
| Feature | Complianz | CookieYes | WPConsent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free pageviews | Unlimited | 5,000/mo | Unlimited |
| Data storage | Self-hosted | SaaS | Self-hosted |
| Auto-translation | No | 40+ langs | No |
| Policy generation | Yes | Basic | No |
| Privacy laws | 15+ | 4 | 4 |
| Pro price | ~59 EUR/yr | $10/mo | $49.50/yr |
Pros and Cons
Pros: Self-hosted, no pageview limits, wizard setup, auto legal documents, 15+ regulations, actively maintained
Cons: Wizard takes 15-20 min, no auto-translation, limited free banner customization
Who Should Use It?
Sites serving multiple regions (EU+US+Brazil) needing different consent rules per jurisdiction. Best set-and-forget GDPR solution.
Best Alternatives
- CookieYes — Easier setup, 40+ language auto-translation. SaaS-dependent.
- WPConsent — WordPress-native, auto script blocking. By WPBeginner team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free with no limits?
Yes. No pageview limits, no branding fees, no expiration.
Does it generate legal documents?
Yes. Cookie policy and privacy policy via wizard with legally-vetted templates.
Is self-hosted better?
For privacy, yes. Consent data never leaves your server.
Does it support Google Consent Mode v2?
Yes, in both free and premium.
How long is setup?
15-20 minutes for the wizard. Then autopilot with weekly scans.
Sources: WordPress.org, Complianz.io
Written by Marvin
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