How to disable cookies in your browser

These instructions will help you disable cookies in your browser—be it Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Opera, or other popular programs.

What are cookies and what are they for?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit websites. They help remember your preferences and improve your user experience.

How to disable cookies in your browser

Below you will find step-by-step instructions on how to disable cookies in popular browsers:

Disabling cookies in Google Chrome

1. Open the Chrome browser.
2. Click the three dots icon in the upper right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to the “Privacy and Security” section.
4. Select “Cookies and other site data”.
5. Select one of the modes: “Block all cookies” or “Block third-party cookies”.

Disabling cookies in Mozilla Firefox

1. Open Firefox and click ☰ (three lines) in the upper right corner.
2. Select “Settings”.
3. Go to the “Privacy and Security” section.
4. In the History section, select Use my custom history settings.
5. Uncheck “Accept cookies” or set up exceptions.

Disabling cookies in Safari (on Mac)

1. Open Safari.
2. Select “Safari” → “Settings” from the top menu.
3. Go to the “Privacy” tab.
4. Check the box next to “Block all cookies”.

Disabling cookies in Microsoft Edge

1. Open Edge and tap the three dots in the upper right corner.
2. Select Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions.
3. Go to “Cookies and site data”.
4. Select the desired mode: “Block all cookies” or only third-party ones.

Disabling cookies in Opera

1. Open Opera and click on the logo in the upper left corner.
2. Go to Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security.
3. Click “Cookies and other site data”.
4. Select the “Block all cookies” option.

Disabling cookies in Yandex Browser

1. Open Yandex Browser and click on the menu icon (three stripes).
2. Select Settings → Tools → Content Settings.
3. Go to the “Cookies” section.
4. Select the desired cookie blocking level.

Should I disable cookies?

Disabling cookies completely can limit website functionality and lead to disruptions in certain services. Cookies help save your preferences, simplify account logins, and provide personalization. Therefore, you should only disable them when absolutely necessary.