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What types of cookies are there?

Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2025 4:28 am
by aminaas1575
Cookies are divided into first-party Cookies and third-party Cookies according to different network domains.

First-party Cookie: It is created by the website that the user browses, that is, the website whose URL is displayed. It is usually used to store the user's account, password, etc., just like in Example 1 above.
Usually when you enter a website, you will be asked whether to access cookies, as shown in Figure 1, and some websites may not operate properly because you choose not to agree.

Third-party Cookies: As the name implies, third-party Cookies are not created by the website that the user browses, but are generated by a third party, just like the case in Example 2 above.
Browsing unrelated websites before and after but displaying relevant advertisements on the webpage is usually a third-party cookie that obtains the user's browsing history across domains and serves ads. However, this is bangladesh whatsapp phone number also due to the public's emphasis on privacy and the lack of third-party cookies. First-party cookies come from trusted websites, so browsers such as Safari, Firefox, Edge and even Chrome are gradually terminating support for third-party cookies.

So are there any ways to protect the security of your own data and avoid privacy issues?

How to use cookies safely?
The most extreme method is not to use cookies, but it is a bit troublesome to log in repeatedly on frequently visited web pages, so the next best thing can be achieved by not using parts that have privacy concerns.

Method 1. Disable third-party cookies:
The privacy issues of third-party cookies are more serious than first-party cookies. Then we can turn off third-party cookies through browser settings.

Method 2. Clear cookies regularly:
Clearing cookies regularly can reduce privacy issues. Cookies are actually attached to HTTP requests, so the traffic will increase invisibly. If they are not cleared regularly, it may affect the execution speed of the computer.



Summary
1. Cookie is a small text file stored in the user (web browser), which can make the website operation more convenient.
2. Cookies are divided into first-party Cookies and third-party Cookies according to the domain.
3. The cookie function brings convenience and a good website experience, but while using it conveniently, you must also pay attention to privacy issues. You can disable third-party cookies or clear cookies regularly to ensure the security of your information.