{"id":9045,"date":"2021-11-30T11:28:18","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T10:28:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myagileprivacy.com\/how-to-install-disqus-in-accordance-with-gdpr\/"},"modified":"2026-01-02T15:10:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T14:10:53","slug":"how-to-install-disqus-in-accordance-with-gdpr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myagileprivacy.com\/en\/how-to-install-disqus-in-accordance-with-gdpr\/","title":{"rendered":"How to install Disqus in accordance with GDPR"},"content":{"rendered":"

Disqus is a service that enables users to comment on your website\u2019s articles or pages through a unified community platform, helping to foster engagement and relationships among users. However, because Disqus involves processing sensitive data and installing cookies on users\u2019 browsers, it is subject to regulations like GDPR and the Cookie Law.<\/p>\n

In this guide, you\u2019ll learn how to install GDPR-compliant Disqus<\/strong> on your WordPress site using the My Agile Privacy\u00ae<\/sup> plugin.<\/p>\n

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Solution 1 \u2013 Automatic Scan<\/h2>\n

You can use the advanced \"Cookie Shield\" feature to automatically detect the Disqus widget.
\nSimply set the Shield to \"Learning\" mode, browse your site\u2019s pages, and let the plugin configure everything for you.
\nAlternatively, if you prefer, you can proceed with manual configuration.<\/p>\n

Solution 2 \u2013 Manual Configuration<\/h2>\n

Part 1 \u2013 Locating the Disqus Widget Code<\/h3>\n

First, locate the code provided by Disqus to install the widget on your site.
\nThe code will look similar to this:
\n\"\"<\/p>\n

Part 2 \u2013 Adding the Disqus Cookie in My Agile Privacy\u00ae<\/sup><\/h3>\n

In your WordPress admin area, go to My Agile Privacy\u00ae<\/sup> \u2192 Cookie List<\/em> from the left menu.
\nHere, you\u2019ll find a list of cookies imported during plugin installation, all in draft state by default. Publish only the cookies relevant for your website.
\n\"\"
\nOn this screen, you\u2019ll see various columns:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Cookie Name<\/em>: the name of the cookie<\/li>\n
  • Is Necessary<\/em>: indicates if the cookie is essential for site operation. If rejecting the cookie breaks your site, it is pre-filled as essential.<\/li>\n
  • Auto Update<\/em>: indicates whether the cookie text reference stays automatically updated for GDPR compliance. If enabled, this is handled automatically.<\/li>\n
  • Tails<\/em>: this column shows a preview of the code associated with each cookie. Useful for integrations like Disqus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    To install Disqus, find \"Disqus (Disqus)\" in the list and click on it.
    \nThe detail page will show pre-filled informational text and two empty fields for code input.
    \nThis text is displayed in your cookie policy and remains up to date if \"Allow Automatic Update\" is enabled.
    \nBelow, select the type of installation (\"Javascript and Noscript\" or \"Raw\"). Leave \"Javascript-noscript code\" selected and you\u2019ll see two fields:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Javascript Activation Code<\/em> \u2013 enter the main Disqus code here<\/li>\n
    • NoScript code<\/em> \u2013 enter NoScript code here if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \"\"<\/p>\n

      Part 3 \u2013 Entering the Disqus Widget Code<\/h3>\n

      Copy and paste the Disqus code you got earlier into the appropriate fields, as shown above.
      \nMake sure you enter the code without<\/strong> the opening and closing <script><\/code> and <\/script><\/code> tags, and <noscript><\/code> and <\/noscript><\/code> tags.
      \nRemember to save and publish the cookie by clicking the blue \"Publish\" button in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n

      Final Step \u2013 Verifying Operation<\/h2>\n

      To check if you installed the Disqus widget correctly, use the tools provided by Google or Disqus, or contact support for help if required.
      \nWhen you load any page on your site, you'll notice that the Disqus widget will stay inactive until explicit consent for cookies is given.
      \nUsers can give consent by clicking \"I agree\" on the cookie consent bar or by activating the corresponding cookie in the \"Customize\" menu.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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