JavaScript Quickstart
Learn how to integrate c15t into your Javacript application with this step-by-step guide. We'll cover installation, configuration, and basic usage.
CLI Setup (Recommended)
Generate Schema + Code
Run Database Migrations (Optional)
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This is only required if you are self-hosting c15t.
Manual Setup
Install c15t Package
Add to Your JavaScript Application
The consent manager is now ready to use. For example:
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You can create an instance at consent.io (recommended) or use c15t offline by setting mode: 'offline'.
Hosting Options
Creating a consent.io Instance (Recommended)
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Using consent.io is the recommended method as it is the easiest way to get started and requires little maintenance.
consent.io provides a fully managed consent management service. This is the recommended method as it is the easiest way to get started and requires little maintenance.
Sign up for a consent.io account.
After signing up, create a new instance, located in the top-right corner.
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When creating an instance it is important to list all the trusted origins for your application such as "localhost", your production domain, etc.
After the instance is created, you will be given a backendURL, which you can add to your ConsentManagerOptions.
A backend URL might look like this: https://<my-instance>.c15t.dev/.
Alternative Storage Options
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For more advanced setup options, choose the approach that best suits your requirements.
For more advanced setup options, please refer to:
- Overview - Compare different approaches to storing consent decisions in your application
- Hosted c15t - Complete guide to using consent.io
- Offline Mode - Complete guide to using c15t without a backend
- Custom Client - Advanced implementation with custom handlers for full control
Decision Guide
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Use this flowchart to determine which c15t configuration is best for your needs.