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# Do I need to add a cookie notice to my site?
- URL: https://ghost.org/help/cookie-notice/
- Published: 2023-04-18T14:18:39.000Z
- Updated: 2024-03-12T13:52:25.000Z
- Description: Read more on how to implement a cookie consent notice on your publication if required.
- Author: Ghost
- Tags: FAQ

Implementing a cookie consent notice isn't a requirement on most Ghost sites, because Ghost doesn't set any non-essential cookies by default.

However, if you're using services on your site that use third-party cookies, such as advertising, analytics, or affiliate services, then you'll need to consider adding a cookie banner, to ensure your site complies with global privacy laws, including GDPR.

There are two ways to integrate a cookie notice on your Ghost site:

- Integrate with a cookie banner tool like [CookieYes](https://ghost.org/integrations/cookieyes/?ref=ghost.org) (paid, setup in a few minutes)
- Implement a cookie notice directly into your [Ghost theme](https://ghost.org/docs/themes?ref=ghost.org) (free, requires editing code)