Chapter 2. Installation

Installation uses the standard Joomla install method.

[Important]Important

Do NOT uninstall Macrotone EU Cookie before updating it! Uninstalling will remove your current configuration information.

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Once you have downloaded the latest version, you are ready to install the component. The steps outlined below are generic and apply to the installation of most Joomla components.

Step 1 of 3 - Install the Component:  Login to your Joomla Administrative centre and in the Extensions menu, click on the Browse button and navigate to the file location where you downloaded the file. Click on the file and then click on the Install/Uninstall button.

Figure 2.1. Initial Installation Screen.

Initial installation screen.

Step 2 of 3 - Once the Plugin is installed, enable the Plug-in in the Extensions menu, click on Plugin Manager and find your newly installed plugin called System - eucookie. A screen similar to the following will be displayed.

Figure 2.2. Plug-in screen

Plug-in screen.

Enable your eucookie Plugin by marking the box on the left hand side opposite the plugin name, and then click the Green Enable button. After you click on it, the plugin should turn into a Green Tickmark.

Step 3 of 3 - Configure The Plugin: Whilst on this same page, click on the link System - eucookie. This will take you to the Plugin settings. In the Plugin Parameters section, enter your desired options. Settings are described in the relevant sections below.

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Memory Usage

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