Administrator workflow
Install & enable from System → Extensions
Configure under System → Plugins → Secure Privacy
Paste script from Domains → Installation
Use Test Installation to confirm
Joomla IntegrationCookie Consent for Joomla Sites in
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Joomla is a flexible open-source CMS used worldwide. Secure Privacy ships an official Joomla plugin: download the .zip from the knowledge base, install via System → Install → Extensions, enable the Secure Privacy plugin under System → Plugins, paste your script from Domains → Installation into the plugin’s Installation Script field, save, then click Test Installation in Secure Privacy. Follow the full guide linked below for screenshots and troubleshooting.
Official Joomla extension
GDPR-ready defaults
Google Consent Mode v2
65+ privacy laws
Under 10 min setup
0+
Joomla Deployments
0+
Privacy Laws
99.9%
Uptime
4.9/5
Rating
Why Secure Privacy for JoomlaExtension-based.
Extension-based.
No template edits.
Keep consent logic out of core hacks: enable the plugin, paste your script once, and manage banners from the Secure Privacy dashboard.
Compliance depth
Cookie scanning & categorisation
Consent logs for audits
IAB TCF where you need ads consent
Multilingual banner strings
Performance
Lightweight async loader
CDN-hosted assets
Works with caching extensions when configured
Rescan after template or plugin updates
Joomla-ready features
Everything forJoomla cookie compliance
Preference centre, geo rules, Google Consent Mode, policy helpers, and cookie declarations—managed centrally once your Joomla plugin loads the Secure Privacy scripts.
Automated Cookie Scanner
Automatically detect and categorize cookies and trackers on your Joomla site with intelligent scanning.
- Deep scans across templates and extensions
- Automatic cookie categorization by purpose
- Continuous monitoring for new cookies
Customizable Consent Banners
Design cookie consent banners that match your Joomla template branding with the visual editor.
- Match Joomla template colours and fonts
- Multiple banner styles and positions
- Mobile-responsive design
Granular Consent Management
Give users precise control over cookie categories with granular consent options.
- Category-level consent controls
- Vendor-specific opt-in/opt-out
- Real-time consent updates
Audit Logs & Proof of Consent
Maintain comprehensive audit trails of all consent actions for regulatory compliance.
- Immutable consent records with timestamps
- IP anonymization for GDPR compliance
- Export logs for audits
Automatic Script Blocking
Block cookies and trackers until users provide consent, ensuring compliance by default.
- Pre-consent cookie blocking
- Works with Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and more
- Zero configuration required
Geo-Targeting Rules
Automatically show the right consent banner based on user location.
- 65+ privacy law templates
- Automatic location detection
- Custom rules for specific regions
Multi-Language Support
Align banner languages with Joomla’s multilingual content and visitor locale.
- 70+ pre-translated languages
- Automatic language detection
- Custom translations available
Google Consent Mode v2
Integrate seamlessly with Google Analytics and Google Ads using Consent Mode v2.
- Automatic consent signal transmission
- Modeled data for better analytics
- Zero code configuration
Joomla ecosystem
Pair with VirtueMart, JCE, popular SEO packs, and analytics tags—categories control what fires after consent.
- Avoid duplicate CMPs in template overrides
- Document the plugin in your agency runbook
- Staging → production promotion stays simple
Installation
Install on Joomla in 3 Steps
Summary of the official KB article: get your script from Secure Privacy, install the Secure Privacy Joomla package, enable the plugin, paste the Installation Script, save, then verify with Test Installation.
01
Download & install extension
Download the Secure Privacy Joomla plugin (.zip) from the knowledge base. In administrator: System → Install → Extensions → upload the package until you see a successful install message.
3 min
02
Enable & open plugin
System → Manage → Extensions: enable Secure Privacy. Then System → Plugins → find Secure Privacy and open its settings.
2 min
03
Paste script & save
Copy the Installation script from Secure Privacy (Domains → Installation). Paste into the plugin’s Installation Script field exactly, save, then use Test Installation in Secure Privacy.
2 min
Joomla is now loading Secure Privacy.
Global Compliance, Built In
Instant Access to 55+ Legal Templates Worldwide
Automatically adapt legal templates and consent banners by location — compliant by default, seamless for users.
55+
Privacy Laws Covered
200+
Countries Supported
∞
Continuously Updated Regulations
CORE GLOBAL PRIVACY FRAMEWORKS
Why Secure Privacy
Secure Privacy vs DIY cookie notices
| Feature | Secure Privacy | Basic notice only |
|---|---|---|
| Official Joomla extension | ||
| Setup Time | Under 10 minutes | Hours of configuration |
| Privacy Law Coverage | 65+ privacy laws supported | Limited to major laws only |
| Cookie Scanning | Automated deep scanning | Manual cookie declaration |
| Google Consent Mode | v2 support included | Additional setup required |
| IAB TCF Compliance | v2.3 certified | May require separate integration |
| Audit Logs | Immutable consent records | Basic logging only |
| Multi-Language | 70+ languages | Limited language support |
| Performance Impact | Zero impact on site speed | May slow down pages |
| Support | Knowledge base + experts | Forums only |
Joomla stack
Works with your Joomla site
0+ native integrations and growing
Customer Success
Trusted by Joomla teams
Agencies standardise on Secure Privacy for client Joomla estates.
4.9/5Average Rating
1000+Happy Customers
G2
“Privacy services works great! Easy setup and integration with our website.”
Capterra
“Great app and includes full integration with WordPress. Easy setup and configuration.”
G2
“Great software for Cookie Privacy Policy. Highly recommended!”
G2
“Privacy services works great! Easy setup and integration with our website.”
Capterra
“Great app and includes full integration with WordPress. Easy setup and configuration.”
G2
“Great software for Cookie Privacy Policy. Highly recommended!”
G2
“Best consent management platform. Saved us months of development time.”
Capterra
“The cookie scanner is incredibly accurate. Saved us hours of manual work.”
Capterra
“Excellent support team and the Google Consent Mode integration works flawlessly.”
G2
“Best consent management platform. Saved us months of development time.”
Capterra
“The cookie scanner is incredibly accurate. Saved us hours of manual work.”
Capterra
“Excellent support team and the Google Consent Mode integration works flawlessly.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The official .zip is linked from the Secure Privacy Joomla knowledge base article. Upload it under System → Install → Extensions.
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