Web cookies are little packets of data that are stored on your computer by websites you visit. They can improve your browsing experience by allowing websites to remember your preferences, or by letting you stay logged in even if you leave the site. However, some people choose to disable cookies due to privacy concerns. If you have previously disabled cookies on Google Chrome but would like to enable them again, this guide will show you how.
Enabling Cookies on Desktop
Here’s how to enable cookies on your desktop:
- Open Google Chrome on your computer.
- At the top right, click on the three vertical dots to open the browser menu.
- Click on Settings, then scroll down and click on Advanced to expand more settings.
- Under the Privacy and security section, click on Site settings.
- Click on Cookies.
- Turn on the setting Allow sites to save and read cookie data.
Enabling Cookies on Mobile
If you’re using Google Chrome on a mobile device, you can follow these steps:
- Open the Chrome app on your device.
- Tap on the three vertical dots at the top right to open the browser menu.
- Tap on Settings.
- Under Advanced, tap on Site settings.
- Tap on Cookies.
- Turn on the setting Allow sites to save and read cookie data.
Conclusion
That’s all there is to it! Enabling cookies on Google Chrome is a straightforward process both on desktop and mobile. While some may have privacy concerns about cookies, remember that they also make your online experience more seamless and personalized.