Kill The Cookie Banner | Hacker News

Hacker News users debated an EU proposal to reduce repetitive cookie banners by having browsers and devices send privacy preferences automatically.

Supporters said browser-level consent could improve usability and cut through annoying dark-pattern prompts.

Skeptics warned companies like Google and Meta may look for new ways around the rules or keep pushing tracking.

The discussion focused on whether device-level controls can simplify consent without weakening privacy protections.