What are
cookies, and what happens when you accept or reject them?
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Usually we
use cookies or biscuits as hospitality or lunch. But some of these computer
files are also called cookies, which are very important in your life. It is a
simple 'text file' basic version on the
pc or phones of cookies.
When you
visit a website that uses cookies, a cookie file is saved on your computer,
Mac, phone or tablet.
Includes the
name of the website and a unique ID that identifies you. This way, when you
visit the website again, the website will know that you have logged in before.
This means
that companies can customize their website for you, because they already know
some information about you.
What kind
of information can cookies contain?
Each cookie
contains a website name and an ID for you. But some websites also store other
types of information and data on your computer. For example, cookies may not
contain the following information.
-The time
you spend on the website.
-Links you
clicked while using the website.
-Options,
preferences and settings you have chosen.
- The
account you logged in to.
-Pages you
have visited in the past.
- Things in
the shopping basket.
For example,
a shopping site uses cookies to remember the contents of a virtual basket
before you check out.
Some social
networks such as fb, twitter, Instagram these
apps might usees cookies to store the links
But privacy
advocates have argued that any information, including user browsing behavior,
should not be stored.
Why are
cookies so important?
With the
European Union's GDPR policy binding, cookie notifications have become a
regular occurrence. In short, companies need to have a clear agreement with you
before they can collect data about you.
If cookies
identify you with the help of your device (which most cookies do), the company
will need your consent. So many websites are asking for your permission before
you can place cookies on your computer and mobile.
Do you
need to accept cookies?
Certainly
not necessary. If a cookie can identify you, you can reject such cookies
altogether.
Websites are
asking for your permission to use cookies as there are large fines under
various laws. So if you don't want to store or store cookies that contain
information about you, you can simply refuse.
What
happens if cookies are not accepted?
Some
companies may not use your website if you do not accept cookies. Some websites
have stopped giving users access to cookies without permission, especially
after the implementation of GDPR. This is because some websites cannot function
as expected without cookies.
But even if
you do not accept cookies, you can still use the majority of websites and the
Internet. Of course, there are some benefits to accepting cookies.
In it you
can get a customized experience with more relevant content. So generally
accepting cookies also makes sense if you are not worried about your privacy.
How to
delete cookies?
Since
cookies are stored on your computer, you can delete them. To do this go to the
settings of your internet browser and enter the history section.
Normally
there you will find the option to delete cookies. From here, you can delete all
the cookies in your mobile or computer by freeing up some space.
Doing so
will cause you to be logged out of most websites and some web pages may look
different than normal.
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