Termly: an all-in-one compliance bundle, with the deeper features gated
Termly pairs a cookie banner with legal-policy generation, which makes it appealing for small sites that want one tool for both jobs. The free and Starter tiers cover basic GDPR/CCPA needs, but IAB TCF v2.3 and Advanced Google Consent Mode v2 — the features that matter most for ad-funded sites — are commonly reported as Pro+-only.
Conzent vs Termly at a glance
| Conzent | Termly | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Per-site pricing, drops as you add sites, from a few euros/site/month. See current tiers | Free ($0) → Starter $10–14/mo → Pro+ $15–20/mo per website (monthly vs. annual billing), plus an Agency option |
| GDPR / IAB TCF / Consent Mode v2 | ✓ GDPR, CCPA & 25+ regional laws ✓ IAB TCF v2.4 ✓ Consent Mode v2 (Basic & Advanced) — all included, every plan | GDPR & CCPA/CPRA-focused · Advanced Consent Mode v2 reported as Pro+ only · IAB TCF v2.3 commonly reported as gated to Pro+/Agency |
| CMS & platform integrations | 7 native integrations: WordPress, Wix, Joomla, Drupal, TYPO3, Umbraco, Shopify — plus a universal script tag for anything else | Policy-and-banner tool; specific native CMS-plugin count not independently confirmed |
| Self-hosted / open source | ✓ Yes — OCI, Apache 2.0, one-line installer, unlimited sites & pageviews | ✗ No — hosted SaaS only |
| EU data residency | ✓ Yes — managed cloud data hosted in Germany; self-host it and it never leaves your own server | Some reviews cite EU storage from Starter up; not clearly confirmed on Termly's own pricing page |
| Free tier / trial | ✓ Free forever if self-hosted; free trial on managed cloud | Yes — 1 policy, 10,000 banner views/mo |
| Support | Priority email (cloud) · community & GitHub (self-hosted) | Tiered by plan |
Termly figures are drawn from its public pricing page as of 2026; confirm current numbers directly before switching. See Conzent's current plans.
Switching from Termly? Here's what to expect
The general shape of any CMP switch applies: install the new script or plugin alongside the old one for a short test window, run a fresh cookie scan on the new platform to rebuild your category list, configure and preview the banner, then cut the live script over and remove the old tool. Historical consent logs are generally tied to the vendor that recorded them and don't transfer — normal for switching any consent tool, so plan for your consent record to start fresh. If you also relied on Termly's policy generator, you'll want a plan for keeping your privacy/cookie policy text current on the new platform too.
Why teams switch from Termly to Conzent
No upgrade required for TCF or Advanced Consent Mode v2
Conzent ships IAB TCF v2.4 and both Basic and Advanced Consent Mode v2 on every plan, including the cheapest one.
A modest free-tier ceiling
10,000 banner views a month is easy to outgrow; when you do, you're straight into a paid tier.
EU data residency, stated plainly
Conzent's managed-cloud data is hosted in Germany — documented on our own site, not something you have to dig for in a review.
Frequently asked questions
Is Termly worth it?
For a small site that just needs a basic policy generator and banner, the free or Starter tier can be enough. Once you need real TCF or Advanced Consent Mode v2, you're looking at Pro+.
How much does Termly cost per month?
Free, then roughly $10–20/mo per website depending on tier and billing cycle, per 2026 published pricing.
What's the best alternative to Termly?
If you want IAB TCF and Advanced Consent Mode v2 without an upgrade, Conzent includes both by default on every plan.
Does Termly support Google Consent Mode v2?
Basic support is included broadly; Advanced is commonly reported as a Pro+ feature. Conzent includes both Basic and Advanced on every plan.