How to automatically detect and block cookies with Cookie Shield
Last updated: January 2, 2026
Ensure GDPR compliance effortlessly by identifying and blocking cookies on your website automatically!
My Agile Privacy® offers the advanced Cookie Shield feature, allowing you to quickly scan, detect, and block third-party cookies and software.
By default, Cookie Shield is inactive, but activation and configuration are quick and easy.
Activation and Configuration
To enable Cookie Shield:
Go to the "Cookie Shield" tab in the plugin options.
Set the Cookie Shield to "Learning" mode using the "Operation Mode" dropdown.
Visit your website’s main pages on the frontend as a normal visitor. (It’s not necessary to visit every single page; focus on pages with widgets, special features, or custom scripts.)
As you browse, Cookie Shield detects and blocks cookies in real time. Detected cookies will appear in the cookie bar; meanwhile, admins get notifications of what’s detected and blocked.
Tip: If you use file minification or caching plugins, temporarily disable them during the learning process to avoid compatibility issues.
Once your scan is complete, return to Cookie Shield settings and switch to "LIVE" mode. This mode locks in the block settings and optimizes page loading speed.
For a step-by-step demonstration, watch the instructional video below.
Please Note: Cookie Shield is regularly updated to identify and block as many third-party cookies and scripts as possible. If you need help or have questions, use our contact form. Our team is ready to assist you and ensure your compliance.
Cookie Shield is a feature of My Agile Privacy® that allows you to automatically scan, identify, and block third-party cookies and software, helping your website comply with the GDPR.
Is Cookie Shield enabled by default?
No, Cookie Shield is disabled by default, but it can be activated and configured by following a few simple, guided steps.
How do you activate and configure Cookie Shield?
You need to go to the 'Cookie Shield' tab in the plugin settings, set the mode to LEARNING, visit the most significant pages of the site as a regular visitor, and then return to the tab to set the mode to LIVE and save the changes.
Is it necessary to visit every page of the site during Learning mode?
No, it is not mandatory to visit every page. It is enough to choose those where particular widgets or services are present.
What happens during Learning mode?
During Learning mode, Cookie Shield automatically detects and blocks cookies, which are made available in the cookie bar. In addition, a notification visible only to administrators shows in real time which cookies are being detected and blocked.
What should be done with minification or caching plugins during the scan?
It is advisable to temporarily disable minification and caching plugins during the scan, to avoid issues during cookie detection.
What is Cookie Shield's LIVE mode for?
LIVE mode is optimized for maximum speed and real-time cookie blocking, and is the mode to be set once the Learning mode scanning phase has been completed.
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