c15t vs tarteaucitron.js
tarteaucitron.js is a
long-running open-source tool with a large service catalog. Its public docs
emphasize detection, blocking, open-source installation, and Consent Mode support
through options such as googleConsentMode.
c15t is the better starting point when consent affects app runtime, backend records, framework code, or server behavior. tarteaucitron.js is useful when a large public service catalog is the main requirement.
Warning
Consent tooling does not guarantee legal compliance by itself. Your policies, disclosures, vendor list, regional behavior, and record-keeping still need to match your legal requirements.
Why c15t wins here
- c15t gives teams JavaScript, React, and Next.js packages with TypeScript-first APIs.
- c15t supports hosted and self-hosted backend records instead of browser-only storage.
- c15t can coordinate scripts, iframes, and network requests through one consent layer.
- c15t policy packs keep regional behavior close to the consent platform.
- c15t fits app architectures where consent affects startup, routing, and server state.
Comparison
| Area | c15t | tarteaucitron.js |
|---|---|---|
| Primary shape | Application consent platform | Script and service catalog |
| Framework support | First-class JavaScript, React, and Next.js packages | Script-first setup |
| Backend records | Hosted or self-hosted records | Client-side storage unless extended |
| Service catalog | Integration manifests and custom integrations | Large public service catalog |
| Consent Mode | Google tag helper | googleConsentMode option |
| SSR awareness | Available through c15t framework packages | Client-side by default |
Bottom line
Start with c15t when coordinating third-party services. The initial job may look like service loading, but consent quickly affects app state, backend records, regional policy, analytics, ads, and server rendering.
See the full overview in Compare c15t.