Cookies are simple and small text files that are
downloaded onto your computer that
usually only contain the site name and a
unique user ID.
Cookies are downloaded onto your computer, with your
permission, when you first visit a website that uses
them.
They remember settings
and information from
previous visits and help
make the website
features more
convenient for you.
Different Types of Cookies
Session
Third-party
Persistent
Also known as 'permanent
cookies', this type of file
retains information and
settings even after you close
your browser.
They are required by law to be
deleted after 6 months as they can
store important information such as
passwords and usernames as well
as billing information and
addresses.