Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device by websites you visit. They help websites remember information about you and your preferences. Cookies make browsing more convenient.
How it works
When you visit a website, it may save a cookie in your browser. When you return, the website reads the cookie and remembers your settings or login status.
What cookies are used for
Cookies help with:
- keeping you logged in
- saving language or theme preferences
- analyzing website traffic
- personalizing content
Are cookies safe?
Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot harm your device. However, some cookies are used for tracking, which is why many websites ask for your permission.
Managing cookies
You can view, block, or delete cookies in your browser settings at any time.
A simple example
Cookies are like notes a website saves about you, so it remembers you next time.
Related terms
Source
Information simplified from the Wikipedia article “HTTP cookie”.