Internet Cookies: What You Need to Know
What are internet cookies?
Let’s explore internet cookies – not the tasty treat, but the digital data bits that websites store on your device. These tiny snippets are vital for keeping you logged in, personalizing your online preferences, and sometimes, monitoring your web activities for advertising purposes.
While internet cookies are helpful, they can be a tad intrusive, tracking your online behavior and gathering personal information. Take control of your data with these valuable tips to tweak cookie privacy settings during your next internet search.
Cookie privacy tips
Adjust Browser Settings: Be the cookie gatekeeper in your browser settings! Choose to block third-party cookies or disable them altogether. Note that disabling cookies entirely may affect some website functionalities.
Cookies Clean-Up: Regularly deleting cookies wipes your collected data, protecting your privacy by removing tracking information. Find this option in your browser’s privacy or history settings.
Go Incognito: Use private browsing modes (like Chrome’s Incognito) to search as usual, knowing that cookies and history will be deleted when you close the browser.
Cookies Manager Extensions: For more control, explore browser extensions that allow you to manage who collects your information. Make sure to choose one with strong privacy credentials, like uBlock or Privacy Badger.
Mindful Cookies Consent: When faced with those “Accept Cookies” pop-ups, don’t hastily click “OK.” Take a moment to customize your cookie preferences.
Become a Cookies Expert: Understanding various cookie types (session, persistent, third-party) empowers you to make informed privacy decisions.
Want more information on cookies and how to protect your data? Check out this internet cookies resource from the United States Federal Trade Commission.
