What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that contain basic information such as the web browser, OS, IP address and referring URL of the website visitors. This is imperative for efficient maintenance and functioning of the website. Cookies control third-party intrusions and protect your privacy for an uninterrupted browsing experience. Different browsers store cookie settings in their preferred location. Most browsers store cookie settings under the privacy options. For instance, in Chrome, you need to click the menu on the toolbar, and then select “Privacy” to check the cookies.