--- title: "5. Customizing GDPR Consent look & feel" description: "Official [WordPress plugin](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/wordpress-plugin/) #### Need a License Key for [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) Pro? Get your instant download ZIP and license key with full [Google Consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/google-consent/) Mode v2 support, automatic [Script](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/script/) blocking, and zero speed impact. [Buy Single Site (€49/year) →](https://www.wpupgrader.com/checkout/?edd_action=add_to_cart&download_id=23470&edd_options[price_id]=1) [Buy…" url: "https://www.wpupgrader.com/knowledge-base/gdpr-consent/customizing-gdpr-consent-look-feel/" updated: "2026-10-13" category: GDPR Consent Pro --- # 5. Customizing GDPR Consent look & feel Official [WordPress plugin](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/wordpress-plugin/) #### Need a License Key for [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) Pro? Get your instant download ZIP and license key with full [Google Consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/google-consent/) Mode v2 support, automatic [Script](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/script/) blocking, and zero speed impact. [Buy Single Site (€49/year) →](https://www.wpupgrader.com/checkout/?edd_action=add_to_cart&download_id=23470&edd_options[price_id]=1) [Buy 5-Site Pro (€129/year) →](https://www.wpupgrader.com/checkout/?edd_action=add_to_cart&download_id=23470&edd_options[price_id]=2) [View All Pricing Tiers](https://www.wpupgrader.com/wordpress-plugins/gdpr-consent/) In this article, I walk you through the theme settings of the [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) plugin, highlighting how to customize the look and feel of the consent bar and settings page. I emphasize that this feature is particularly useful for those who may not have extensive experience with CSS. I also recommend that experienced developers disable this option and add styles directly to their stylesheets. Please take a moment to review these settings and consider how they can enhance your site's user experience. [https://www.loom.com/embed/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?sid=64c27bdc-3a45-422a-8477-e81f5be3d067](https://www.loom.com/embed/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?sid=64c27bdc-3a45-422a-8477-e81f5be3d067) You can watch the full video above, or follow the steps below. ## **Guide to Customizing the [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) Plugin Theme Settings** ## Step **1. Introduction to Theme Settings**[0:01](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=1) ![generated-image-at-00:00:01](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXc7-BwFAoRcAryjtFqMb7FEWIsH0zgseoeUNtFKdQfzDvH2IA7mKbN39eTO9EmGBMmCIhcya5wRnoMqodIF5tCHJDzzN0bfMSChUPz2rfyYVNa1ljhVanUZQBOqM9sAZwgg-R6o?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - Overview of the video: Exploring the theme settings of the [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) plugin. ## Step **2. Purpose of Theme Settings**[0:15](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=15) ![generated-image-at-00:00:15](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeaHAuswRy-IF0zK-waAEXVqU8Cf5V9x97XdsgNz1B2UKXefHmEIS2Ddw_JefH8fxk6jS8FJpXJ1b3wxm0KB-rWTyZbEvFv2jUEAwck0Qquuj6PE1OxZxXmEV5A6TTRPNQfbPpCOQ?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - Allows customization of the [GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) bar and settings page. - Useful for users without CSS styling experience to change the look and feel of the plugin. ## Step **3. Recommendations for CSS Users**[0:34](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=34) ![generated-image-at-00:00:34](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcC_Qujyh3ZdUaZYc-ipTVWR1-UtNDVAYnzBAYXxIxoJdO0BcdC03UVFIWJ_v2jBMGcZHgFJhEUq6qx_1Ul3fpygM27_IZ8oVbSi_fnWjLvQKoTT8VI3yejvverxrZ8N_lFEnfD?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - If experienced with CSS, it is preferable to disable the theme settings and add styles directly to stylesheets. ## Step **4. Customization Options Available**[0:55](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=55) ![generated-image-at-00:00:55](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdIyHUBljHlF4wY2oxy_549Qth1FNJziehaNN9172G0PeYh7Xi8G_vc17sQ-5A_LzjeKoWqg1VDx_ARcIEq8yqgxzuKhKnunw55UGsLjAIUMmAifrlSsV0srPb7bnLg7fKL9H_v?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - Change title font to default fonts. - Adjust text font, title colors, and title sizes. - Modify padding on headers and add shadow effects. - Change background and border colors. - Disable round corners if they don't fit the design. - Change toggles on consent pages to regular switches. - Disable animation effects. ## **Step 5. Demonstration of Changes**[1:15](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=75) ![generated-image-at-00:01:15](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXe98iw-K4NM9I9Tak19wXGcrO959Zi1JMSlSxS5iq5nfLWKTlsd2P512njIH-5oXwDOv4qsX_Bf4Qo8is6xj14jie5KeQay4YO1hXN-JIhgyxywyd-B5AFn8jzFuiIpkmCMS9p5lw?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - Save changes and refresh the demo website. - Observe the removal of rounded corners and the appearance of regular consent checkboxes. ## Step **6. Conclusion**[1:56](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c82b9a73c419485309115fe02d2ae?t=116) ![generated-image-at-00:01:56](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXePgrTLcH1XRsvg29r6UTxwevPARLOrRrPd1WKYsJ0Z1kztPBKRf2IBMjglr_xl1F7kBPI2fkV0csI7v5brJSIuC_el7CAZH97eudp9Kqw6LYujF1aMdQ2--hGQosnt1vWD4r48Dw?key=BMZcBDpEfkzsLW9sGkOTk4qG) - Theme settings allow for significant customization for users without CSS experience. ## Next Steps - Upcoming video will cover enabling and [implementing Google Consent Mode V2](https://www.wpupgrader.com/knowledge-base/gdpr-consent/implementing-google-consent-mode-v2/). ![](https://www.wpupgrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/wordpress-gdpr-consent-plugin-1030x866.jpg)[https://www.wpupgrader.com/wordpress-plugins/gdpr-consent/#pricing](https://www.wpupgrader.com/wordpress-plugins/gdpr-consent/#pricing)[GDPR consent](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr-consent/) Plugin for WordPress Make your WordPress [GDPR](https://www.wpupgrader.com/encyclopedia/gdpr/) compliant [Buy Now](https://www.wpupgrader.com/wordpress-plugins/gdpr-consent/#pricing)