Online cookies sit at the centre of a trade-off between convenience and privacy, and those “accept all” or “reject all” pop-ups are how websites ask for your permission to track and personalise your experience.Understanding what each option means helps you decide how much data you are comfortable sharing.
Role of cookies
Cookies are small files that websites store on your device to remember information about you and your activity. They can keep you logged in, remember your preferred settings, or help online shops track items in your cart.
- Session cookies are temporary and disappear when you close the browser or after inactivity, supporting things like active shopping carts.
- Persistent cookies remain for days to years, recognising you when you return and saving details like login credentials.
- Advertisers use cookies to track browsing behaviour and deliver targeted ads based on your profile.
Essential vs non-essential cookies
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