How to Disable Cookies on Android

Overall summary of the instructions

This guide provides a step-by-step process to disable cookies on your Android device using the Chrome browser. By following these instructions, you can manage your cookie settings for better privacy control.

TLDR

1. Open Chrome on your Android device.
2. Go to Settings > Site settings > Cookies.
3. Choose to block third-party cookies or all cookies.
4. Clear browsing data to remove existing cookies.

Step-by-step detailed guide

1. Open Chrome

• On your Android device, open the Chrome app.

2. Access Chrome Settings

• Tap the three vertical dots in the top right corner to open the menu.
• Tap Settings.

3. Navigate to Site Settings

• Scroll down and tap Site settings.
• Tap Cookies.

4. Disable Cookies

• Select one of the following options:
  • Allow third-party cookies: Default setting; third-party cookies are allowed.
  • Block third-party cookies in Incognito: Only blocks third-party cookies in incognito mode.
  • Block third-party cookies: Blocks all third-party cookies.
  • Block all cookies: Completely disables cookies.

5. Clear Existing Cookies (Optional)

• Go back to the main Settings menu.
• Tap Privacy.
• Tap Clear browsing data.
• Select Cookies, site data and ensure the checkbox is marked.
• Tap Clear data.

You have now successfully disabled cookies on your Android device using the Chrome browser.