Why people switch from Complianz
Complianz is one of the most trusted consent plugins in the WordPress ecosystem — more than a million active installs and a 4.7-star rating — and its free plugin genuinely blocks trackers before consent and builds a working banner. Two structural reasons send people looking for an alternative: it runs only on WordPress and Shopify, and several features a compliant site needs sit on the paid plans.
The first is platform lock-in. Complianz is a self-hosted plugin for WordPress, plus a separate Shopify app — there is no universal script, so it cannot go on a plain HTML site, a different CMS or a web app, and the WordPress and Shopify products are licensed separately. KookiOk is one hosted script that works on any website, WordPress included.
The second is the compliance ceiling on the free plugin. Complianz’s own documentation states that Global Privacy Control is “only available for premium users,” and Google Consent Mode v2, multi-region banners, full records of consent and IAB TCF are premium too — €59 to €399 a year, billed annually and auto-renewing. KookiOk includes GPC, Consent Mode v2 and 5-year consent records free.
There is operational friction, as well. Because it runs inside WordPress, Complianz has to be excluded by hand from caching and optimization plugins (WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, Cloudflare) or the banner can fail to appear, its setup wizard is thorough enough that reviewers note it can overwhelm beginners, and support can be slow even for paying users. A hosted tool sidesteps the plugin-conflict and update treadmill.
One free script runs on any website — WordPress, Shopify, a custom CMS or plain HTML.
Competitor details verified June 2026 against Complianz's public pricing pages and documentation; plans change — check the vendor's site for current terms.
KookiOk vs Complianz: the free plans, side by side
Here is how the two free options compare. Every cell is factual — including where Complianz leads, like its 48 plugin locales and its premium IAB TCF v2.2 support with a registered CMP ID.
| Free plan | RecommendedKookiOk | Complianz |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free (capable) |
| Works on any website | Yes (one-line script) | WordPress & Shopify only |
| Blocks trackers before consent | Yes | Yes |
| Cookie scanner | Yes (hosted) | Local scan (free) |
| Google Consent Mode v2 | Yes | Premium |
| Global Privacy Control (GPC) | Yes | Premium |
| Consent records | 5-year, SHA-256 | Premium (full log) |
| IAB TCF | TCF-compatible API | Premium (certified) |
| Banner languages | 34 (auto-detect) | 48 locales |
| Maintenance | Hosted (no updates) | Self-hosted plugin |
| AI banner design | Yes | No |
| Paid plans | No paid tier | €59–€399 / yr |
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How to switch from Complianz in minutes
Moving from Complianz to KookiOk is a quick swap:
- Create a free KookiOk account and add your site — it scans automatically and classifies the cookies it finds.
- Design the banner with a template and your brand colour, or let AI style it from a short description.
- Deactivate the Complianz plugin (or Shopify app).
- Paste KookiOk’s one-line script in its place — tracking stays blocked until visitors consent.
Most sites are live again in a few minutes, with no developer required, and the same script works the same way on any website you run.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free Complianz alternative?
Yes. KookiOk is a free Complianz alternative that works on any website — not just WordPress — with a cookie scanner, prior-consent blocking, Google Consent Mode v2, Global Privacy Control, 5-year consent records and AI banner design, all included free with no credit card.
Does Complianz work on non-WordPress sites?
Only partly. Complianz is a WordPress plugin plus a separate Shopify app, licensed separately; there is no universal script, so it cannot run on a plain HTML site, another CMS or a web app. KookiOk is one hosted script that works on any website, WordPress included.
Is Global Privacy Control free in Complianz?
No. Complianz’s own documentation says Global Privacy Control is “only available for premium users,” and Google Consent Mode v2, multi-region banners and full records of consent are premium too. KookiOk includes GPC, Consent Mode v2 and 5-year consent records free.
Does Complianz limit page-views?
No — to be fair, Complianz does not cap page-views or consent records on any tier. Its limits are different: it runs only on WordPress and Shopify, and key compliance features are premium-only. KookiOk also has no page-view limit and works on any website.
Is KookiOk a WordPress plugin like Complianz?
Not yet — KookiOk installs as a one-line script today, which works on WordPress and any other site, and a native WordPress plugin is in progress. Complianz is a mature WordPress plugin, so if you specifically want a native plugin with deep WordPress integration, that is its advantage.
How do I switch from Complianz to KookiOk?
Add your site to KookiOk (it scans automatically), design the banner, deactivate the Complianz plugin, then paste KookiOk’s one-line script. It usually takes a few minutes and no developer.
