Why do websites ask about cookies?
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Answer: Privacy laws require disclosure
Privacy laws require disclosure ✓ — Correct! Laws like GDPR (Europe) and CCPA (California) require websites to disclose cookie usage and obtain consent. Cookies can track users across sites (third-party cookies) for advertising—privacy concern. Banners let users accept, reject, or customize cookies. important cookies (login, cart) usually allowed without consent. Regulations give users control over tracking and data collection!
Cookies cost money — Wrong. Cookies don't cost anything—they're small text files. Consent requirements stem from privacy laws regulating user tracking and data collection.
Protect against viruses — Wrong. Cookies aren't viruses (can't execute code). Consent is about privacy regulations requiring disclosure of user tracking and data usage.