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- Why is it called a cookie?
- What do we call information that a website leaves in your computer so that the website Recognises you when you visit it again?
- What is a cookie consent banner?
- Do I need cookie consent on my website?
Why is it called a cookie?
The term "cookie" was derived from an earlier programming term, "magic cookie," which was a packet of data programs that kept data unchanged even after being sent and received several times. Session cookies are also known as transient cookies or per-session cookies.
What do we call information that a website leaves in your computer so that the website Recognises you when you visit it again?
HTTP cookies, or internet cookies, are built specifically for Internet web browsers to track, personalize, and save information about each user's session. A “session” just refers to the time you spend on a site. Cookies are created to identify you when you visit a new website.
What is a cookie consent banner?
A cookie consent banner is a cookie notification that is displayed on websites and other apps in the form of a banner or pop-up upon the user's visit that explicitly asks for users' consent before deploying cookies. It does not just inform the user about cookies on a website but asks for their consent first.
Do I need cookie consent on my website?
Yes, if your website uses cookies.
GDPR and most other privacy laws require that you disclose to visitors what information you collect from them, such as their personal data and what you do with this information. If you use cookies to collect data from your site users, then you must have a cookie policy.
