> GDPR cookie banners are a joke Many of the sites actually don't require cookie notifications because strictly necessary cookies^ are GDPR compliant but they

> GDPR cookie banners are a joke Many of the sites actually don't require cookie notifications because strictly necessary cookies^ are GDPR compliant but they still display the notification. In theory if cookie notifications were omitted when possible then sites who track more than needed would stick out immediately. ^ Strictly necessary cookies are essential for websites to provide basic functions or to access particular features of it. Such features include the ability to sign in, add items to your cart in an online store, or purchase stuff on the internet.