Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized.
Cookies are named after "magic cookies" in computing, which are packets of data that maintain their identity as they travel between different systems.
Cookies can store various types of information, including:
- Your preferences and settings
- Items in your shopping cart
- Login information (if applicable)
- Language and location preferences
- Website analytics data