What are computer cookies?

Computer cookies are small files used by web servers to save browsing information, allowing websites to remember your device, browser preferences, and associated online activity. 

• Persistent cookies: Persistent cookies can save data for an extended period of time. These are the cookies that allow websites to store username and password information for users. 
• Third-party cookies
  : Third-party cookies seek out data regarding your online activity to send back to website owners looking to improve advertisements.  
• Session cookies: Session cookies delete immediately after closing your browser. These are best known for allowing you to keep items in a shopping cart even after clicking on a different page. 

Are cookies safe?

How to enable or delete computer cookies 

1. Open your browser, be it Firefox, Chrome, Edge, or Safari.
2. Navigate to where cookies are stored. Each browser manages cookies in a different location. For example, in Chrome, choose “Preferences” from the Chrome menu in the navigation bar, which will display your settings. Then select the “Privacy and Security” option. From there, you'll see options to manage cookies, cache, and other kinds of browser data.
3. Manage your cookies. Every browser gives you a range of options for enabling or deleting cookies. In Chrome, find where cookies are stored as outlined above, then select “Clear browser data” to delete cookies or “Cookies and other site data” if you want more management options.