HTTP cookies were originally intended for websites to remember useful information about the user in order to serve them better. However, they are often abused by third parties for commercial and/or tracking purposes, which becomes a nuisance and privacy nightmare. While Google has announced plans to replace web cookies with so-called 'trust tokens', the plan is unlikely to be widely implemented any time soon. So, today, we are showing you how you can remove (clear) and disable cookies in Google Chrome at Android y Windows 10.
Delete, disable and manage cookies in Google Chrome
The problem with fraudulent cookies is particularly acute on mobile platforms, which typically do not offer as much wiggle room as desktop platforms to safeguard online privacy. However, many browsers block third-party cookies entirely or offer users the ability to manage them relatively efficiently. So, without further ado, let's see how you manage, delete (delete) and disable (or enable) cookies in Google Chrome on Android smartphones and tablets.
Manage cookies in Google Chrome on Android devices to disable cookies
The Google Chrome cookie deletion process is similar on Android e iOS with minimal deviations. If you're using an iPhone, you should still be able to follow the guide below to delete and disable cookies in Google Chrome on your device.
Clear cookies in Google Chrome on Android
- Open Chrome and tap the menu button (three points) in the upper right corner. On the next page, press Settings.
- Within the Settings menu, go to Privacy and security> Clear browsing data.
- now move to Advanced [1] and use the dropdown menu [2] choose a time interval, such as Last Hour or All Times. Now select the checkboxes of the things you want to delete [3], and finally, click on Delete data [4]. Confirm by tapping In accordance in the popup dialog.
That's it! You have successfully cleared the browsing data and all web cookies from Google Chrome on your phone. Now we will see how we can allow (enable) or block (disable) cookies saved by websites.
Enable (allow) or disable cookies in Google Chrome on Android
Note: If you do not allow websites to save cookies in your browser, some features of certain websites may not work as expected. For example, you will not be able to log in to any website to check your messages, make online payments, buy products or post comments..
- To disable cookies completely, go to More > Settings as described above. Then go down and tap Site Settings > Cookies.
- The default cookie setting is "Block third-party cookies in incognito mode". However, you can block all cookies on all sites at all times, if you wish. Your preferences will be saved instantly.
You can allow cookies from the site you visit, while blocking cookies from other sites that display ads or images on the web page. To block these third-party cookies, opt for the third option in the screenshot above.
Manage cookies in Google Chrome on Windows 10 devices
Google Chrome's cookie deletion process is similar on Windows and macOS with minimal deviations. If you're using a Mac, you should be able to follow the guide below to delete cookies in Google Chrome or disable cookies on your device.
Delete cookies in Google Chrome on Windows
- Open Google Chrome on your computer and click the menu button (three points) in the upper right corner. From the dropdown menu, tap Settings.
- scroll down to Privacy & Security and then select Delete navigation data.
- In the pop-up window, select Cookies and other site data [1] in the checkbox (and any other items you want to remove). You can also choose the time period from the dropdown menu [2]. Finally, click on the Delete data button [3] at the bottom.
That's it! You have successfully cleared the browsing data and all web cookies from Google Chrome on your phone. Remember, you can also use keyboard shortcuts to delete your browsing history in all major browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. Either way, we will now see how we can allow (enable) or block (disable) cookies saved by websites.
Enable (allow) or disable (block) cookies in Google Chrome on Windows
- Go to More > Settings as described above. Now scroll down and select Cookies and other site data under Privacy & Security.
- As in Android, the default cookie setting is "Block third-party cookies in incognito mode". However, you can block all cookies on all sites all the time. Your preferences will be saved instantly.
- You can also whitelist sites that can always use cookies, as well as blacklist sites that can never use cookies. To do that, use the 'Add' buttons next to the corresponding options.
Note: Whitelisting only works for owned sites. Therefore, if you block third-party cookies, all cookies and site data from all third-party sites will be blocked, even if that site is allowed on your exceptions list..
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