Chrome cookies · Settings guide
How to turn cookies on or off in Chrome
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Chrome's cookie controls are in Privacy and security on a computer, and in Site settings on Android. You can allow or block third-party cookies for all sites, or make an exception for one site.
01 · Before you start
Check these first
- On a computer, cookie controls are under Privacy and security. On Android, they're under Site settings.
Source: Google Chrome Help: clear, allow and manage cookies in Chrome (computer)
02 · Change the setting
Step by step, by device
Chrome on a computer
More → Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies
- At the top right, select More, then Settings.
- Select Privacy and security, then Third-party cookies.
- Choose Allow third-party cookies or Block third-party cookies.
To allow one site, go to Sites allowed to use third-party cookies, select Add and enter the web address.
Source: Google Chrome Help: clear, allow and manage cookies in Chrome (computer)
Chrome on Android
More → Settings → Site settings → Third-party cookies
- Open Chrome and tap More at the top right, then Settings.
- Tap Site settings, then Third-party cookies.
- Choose Allow third-party cookies, Block third-party cookies in Incognito mode, or Block third-party cookies.
Source: Google Chrome Help: clear, allow and manage cookies in Chrome (Android)
If the setting doesn't change
If you keep third-party cookies blocked but one site needs them, add that site as an exception: go to Sites allowed to use third-party cookies, select Add and enter the web address.
Source: Google Chrome Help: clear, allow and manage cookies in Chrome (computer)
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn on cookies in Chrome?
On a computer: More → Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies → Allow third-party cookies. On Android: More → Settings → Site settings → Third-party cookies.
Can I allow cookies for just one website?
Yes. Under Sites allowed to use third-party cookies, select Add and enter the site's address.