Enable cookies on Google Chrome
Have you ever encountered a website that just doesn't work as it should? Could it be that you just need to enable cookies? We'll show you how.
Enable cookies in Google Chrome
On the computer
- Open Google Chrome.
- At the top right, click the three-dot menu and then click Settings.
- Go to Privacy and Security, click Site Settings, then Cookies and Site Data.
- Allow cookies: Enable the “Allow all cookies” option.
On Android devices
To enable cookies on Android devices, follow these steps:
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- Open the Chrome app: Launch the Chrome app on your Android device.
- Control settings: Tap three-dot menu, then tap Settings.
- Allow cookies: Tap Website Settings and then Cookies. Enable the “Allow cookies” option.
On iPhone and iPad.
iOS users follow similar steps to Android devices, but there are slight differences:
- Open Chrome app: Launch the Chrome app.
- Navigate to settings: Tap three-dot menu, then tap Settings.
- Enable cookies: Go to Website Settings and then Cookies. You can activate cookies here.
Problem solving and common errors
It can be frustrating if you continue to encounter error messages even with cookies enabled. However, these problems can often be solved with a few targeted steps. In this section, we discuss various solutions that can help you resolve issues.
- clear cache: Outdated data in the browser's cache is often the cause of problems. Clearing the cache can help in many cases. To do this, go to your browser settings, find the browser cache section and select the option to clear the cache.
- Private window: Another approach to solving the problem is to open a private browser window. Cookies are not stored in a private window, which can be helpful when troubleshooting. Open a private window in your browser and try logging in again.
- Check privacy settings: Sometimes privacy settings that are too restrictive can be the cause of problems. Check whether your browser's privacy settings are perhaps too strict and allow cookies. If necessary, loosen the settings and try again.
How to check privacy settings
Finding and checking your privacy settings is not rocket science. How to proceed:
- Open Settings: Go to your browser settings.
- Search data protection: Navigate to the Privacy section.
- Check settings: Check whether cookies and other website data are blocked and change if necessary.
We hope this article has given you clear instructions on how to enable cookies in different browsers. Enabling cookies improves your browsing experience and enables better interaction with websites.
