Understanding Third-Party Cookies
Learn about third-party cookies, how they affect your privacy, and Chrome's new approach to browsing without them.
First-party cookies are created by the website you're visiting directly. These cookies help site owners provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences, login status, and other site-specific settings.
Third-party cookies are created by domains other than the one you're visiting. These cookies are primarily used for tracking and advertising purposes across different websites. They allow third parties (like advertising networks, analytics companies, and social media platforms) to track your browsing behavior across multiple sites.
Common Uses of Third-Party Cookies
- Cross-site tracking for targeted advertising
- Social media sharing and integration
- Analytics and user behavior tracking
- Embedded content functionality (videos, maps)
- Retargeting campaigns
Privacy Concerns
- Tracking without explicit consent
- Creating detailed user profiles across websites
- Lack of transparency about data collection
- Potential for data sharing with multiple entities
- Difficulty in controlling who has access to your data
How Third-Party Cookies Work
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most modern browsers allow you to view and manage cookies, as well as control which types of cookies you accept. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers.