Cookie Policy requirements in United States
US websites face a patchwork of state laws — led by California's CCPA/CPRA — plus federal rules like COPPA for sites aimed at children. Coverage depends on where your customers live and your revenue.
LegalCraft asks about your business and where your customers are, then generates a cookie policy tailored to CCPA / CPRA, State privacy laws, COPPA — not a generic template.
What your cookie policy should include
- The categories of cookies you set (essential, analytics, advertising)
- Named third-party cookies and their purpose
- Cookie lifespans
- How users grant or withdraw consent
- Links to third-party opt-outs
Frequently asked questions
Which laws apply to a cookie policy in United States?
US websites face a patchwork of state laws — led by California's CCPA/CPRA — plus federal rules like COPPA for sites aimed at children. Coverage depends on where your customers live and your revenue. LegalCraft tailors your cookie policy to CCPA / CPRA, State privacy laws, COPPA.
Do I need a cookie policy and a consent banner?
In the EU and UK, non-essential cookies require prior consent (a banner) plus disclosure (a cookie policy). Elsewhere the banner may be optional, but the disclosure is still best practice.