how do you stop a site asking to accept cookies

In Chrome

1. On your computer, open Chrome.
2. At the top right, click More. Settings.
3. Under "Privacy and security," click Site settings.
4. Click Cookies.
5. From here, you can: Turn on cookies: Next to "Blocked," turn on the switch. Turn off cookies: Turn off Allow sites to save and read cookie data.

1. How do I get rid of cookie consent?
2. What happens if you don't accept cookies on a website?
3. Why do I have to accept cookies on every website?
4. Is it dangerous to accept cookies?
5. Why are there so many cookie warnings now?
6. Why do cookies keep coming back?
7. Should I accept or reject cookies?
8. Do I want to block all cookies?
9. Should I turn off cookies?
10. Can deleting cookies cause problems?
11. Are cookies on a website bad?

How do I get rid of cookie consent?

There are two easy ways to make those cookie consent notices disappear. One is a browser add-on for Firefox, Chrome, Opera and Pale Moon. The other is a list that's added to browser adblockers such as Adblock Plus or uBlock Origin.

What happens if you don't accept cookies on a website?

What happens if you don't accept a cookie? ... It's generally because some websites simply won't work as intended without cookies. But for the most part, you'll still be able to access the majority of the internet without accepting cookies.

Why do I have to accept cookies on every website?

The privacy law is designed to make sure users are aware of the data that companies collect about them, and to give them a chance to consent to sharing it. It requires companies to be transparent about what information they're gathering and why.

Is it dangerous to accept cookies?

Since the data in cookies doesn't change, cookies themselves aren't harmful. They can't infect computers with viruses or other malware. However, some cyberattacks can hijack cookies and enable access to your browsing sessions. The danger lies in their ability to track individuals' browsing histories.

Why are there so many cookie warnings now?

You may have noticed many websites have started showing you various sorts of warnings about cookies when you first visit them. ... But why do so many sites warn you about this? Well, it's because of a legal directive passed by the European Union in 2002 called the "ePrivacy Directive" (it's technically not a law).

Why do cookies keep coming back?

If your anti-virus software keeps detecting a bad tracking cookie, it is because you keep visiting the site that installs the bad cookie. If your anti-virus scanner does not proactively filter cookies as websites install them on your computer, then nothing will stop the website from installing the cookie.

Should I accept or reject cookies?

Accepting cookies will give you the best user experience on the website, while declining cookies could potentially interfere with your use of the site. For example, online shopping. Cookies enable the site to keep track of all of the items that you've placed in your cart while you continue to browse.

Do I want to block all cookies?

And some privacy advocates recommend blocking cookies entirely, so that websites can't glean personal information about you. That said, while occasionally clearing cookies can be beneficial, we recommend leaving your cookies enabled because blocking them leads to an inconvenient and unsatisfying web experience.

Should I turn off cookies?

Answer: Cookies are little preference files that web sites store on your computer. ... Because so many web sites rely on cookies, I'd recommend leaving cookies turned on in your browser. They aren't a major security risk and they can make your web browsing much more efficient.

Can deleting cookies cause problems?

Cons of deleting cookies

Without cookies, you'll be logged out of all your online accounts, which means you'll have to re-enter your login information and reset your website preferences. ... Many websites can reconstruct your cookies, unless you clear your cache and browsing history, too.

Are cookies on a website bad?

Are cookies bad? Cookies are not harmful; they don't carry viruses or malware, and they don't store personal information about you. But some websites may not be secure, which can allow hackers to intercept cookies and abuse the information they carry.