Cookies are small text files that are stored on a computer by websites a user. They contain information about browsing behavior and preferences, including login credentials, website preferences, and shopping cart contents. Instructions on how to manage cookies in the Chrome browser are available on Google's website.
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Here's how to enable or disable cookies on a computer/laptop:
1.Open Google Chrome on your desktop/laptop
2. At the top right, click More , and then go to Settings.
3.In the “Privacy and Security” section, click Site Settings.
4.Click on Cookies and site data.
From here, you can:
Enable cookies: Next to “Blocked”, turn on the switch.
Disable cookies: Disable Allow all cookies.
With cookies, websites can:
- They remember your website preferences
- They give you relevant content
- They are used to improve services .
See also: How to clear cache and cookies in Google Chrome?
If you are unable to use your Google Account and receive a message that cookies are disabled, follow these steps to enable cookies:
- Try logging in again.
- If you still receive the error message, here are some possible solutions.
- Open a new browser window.
- Clear your browser's cache and cookies.
- Take a private tour.
- Change your browser's privacy settings.
See also: Google tracking cookies: Their removal will be delayed
Users can also set Chrome to automatically delete cookies and data when the browser is closed by enabling the “Clear cookies and website data when exiting Chrome” option in the same cookie and other website data settings menu.
