Why should you block cookies?
Cookies, small text files stored on your device, are used by websites to track your online activities. While cookies can improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, they also raise privacy concerns. By blocking cookies, you limit the information websites can gather about you, enhancing your online privacy.
Step 1: Open Chrome Settings
First, locate and open the Chrome browser on your Android device. This guide focuses on Chrome, as it is the most popular browser for Android users.
- Launch the Chrome app by tapping on its icon on your home screen or app drawer.
- Once Chrome is open, tap on the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the screen to access the menu.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Settings” to proceed to the next step.
Step 2: Access Site Settings
After entering the Chrome settings, you need to navigate to the site settings where you can manage cookies.
- In the settings menu, scroll down and tap on “Site settings.”
- Next, tap on “Cookies” to view the cookie settings for websites.
Step 3: Block cookies on Android
Now that you’ve reached the cookie settings, you can proceed to block cookies on your Android device.
- Within the “Cookies” settings, toggle the switch button to the “Blocked” position.
- You have successfully blocked cookies on your Android device. Your online activities will now be less trackable.
Step 4: Customizing cookie settings
Chrome allows you to further customize your cookie settings according to your preferences and browsing habits.
- Tap on the “Additional settings” option below the “Cookies” toggle button.
- Here, you can choose to block third-party cookies specifically, or manage other cookie-related options such as clearing cookies automatically upon exit.
- Customize the settings to meet your privacy requirements.
Enjoy browsing with enhanced privacy!
By following these simple steps, you have taken a proactive step towards safeguarding your online privacy on your Android device. With cookies blocked, your online activities become less exposed to tracking, providing you with a more private browsing experience. Enjoy surfing the web with peace of mind!
Disclaimer: Some websites may not function properly when cookies are blocked. Make sure to review the cookie settings on individual websites if you encounter any issues while browsing.