GDPR Cookie Audit for Websites
A GDPR cookie audit is a structured review of how a website uses cookies, tracking technologies and consent mechanisms. Unlike a quick scan, an audit focuses on documentation, evidence and clarity of findings.
Cookie audits are commonly used during internal compliance reviews, external assessments, client reporting or technical remediation planning. They help teams understand not only what is detected, but also why certain behaviors may raise compliance concerns.
What a GDPR cookie audit includes
Inventory of cookies and storage mechanisms
Identification of third-party scripts and services
Observed consent behavior across page loads
Structured explanation of detected issues
Why audits go beyond simple scans
While automated scans can quickly highlight potential issues, an audit places these findings into context. It focuses on reproducible observations, evidence and a clear explanation of how consent and cookies interact.
This level of detail is particularly useful when findings need to be reviewed by developers, compliance teams or external stakeholders.
Audit output and reporting
The audit output is delivered as a structured PDF report. It documents detected behavior, explains potential concerns and outlines practical remediation steps.
Reports are designed to be shared internally and used as a reference during implementation or review.
Free scan vs full audit
The free scan is intended for quick visibility and early-stage checks. A full GDPR cookie audit provides deeper insight and requires an account to access the complete report.
Full GDPR cookie audit
Detailed PDF report with evidence, explanations and a remediation checklist. Access requires an account.
Who typically uses a cookie audit
Website owners preparing compliance reviews
Agencies documenting client implementations
SaaS teams reviewing tracking behavior
Organizations handling personal data at scale