a. Session Cookies 

These are temporary cookies that exist only while your browser session lasts. They help websites link your actions during a single browser session, assisting with tasks like navigating between pages and secure logins. When you close your browser, these cookies are deleted.

b. Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device between sessions. They are used to remember your preferences and actions over time, making the site more responsive to your needs. For example, they can keep your login details or language preferences, saving you from re-entering information on every visit. Persistent cookies have a set expiry date and will remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

c. First-party Cookies

These cookies are set directly by the website you are visiting. They enable website owners to collect analytics data, remember language settings, and perform other useful functions that provide a good user experience.

d. Third-party Cookies

These are set by domains other than the one you are currently visiting. They are often used for online advertising and can be set through site elements such as advertisements or images that are not hosted by the site you are directly visiting. Third-party cookies enable external services like advertising networks to track your browsing activities across various websites.

Understanding these types of cookies can help you better manage your online preferences and privacy. Most modern browsers allow you to see and manage cookies to ensure your browsing experience aligns with your privacy expectations. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org