What are the ramifications if I clear my cookies in Chrome?

Webmaster Discussion
#1

I have 6,700 cookies stored in Chrome, and I’m wondering what are the ramifications if I just clear them out using the “Clear Browsing Data” feature.

Will I have to start entering login and passwords for all of my NATS affiliate accounts, for example? I would imagine those are controlled by the “Passwords …” section.

Are there any compelling reasons not to clear out all the cookies en masse?

#2

Yes I’m pretty sure it will wipe the logins if not that at least all settings and options you have entered on any sites.

#3

If you haven’t already, Yes, as Bjorn suggested, you will have to start re-entering all of those logins/passwords for sure.

#4

Why not use a program like https://www.dashlane.com/ … it will automatically log you in and you can delete cookies. The only places you might have to take an extra step or two is at any banking site … without the cookie they don’t recognize the computer and will ask you one of your security questions.

#5

For what it’s worth, I use a password manager and regularly keep my cookies and history clear.

#6

Chrome is by far my fave browser, but in terms of password management it is poor. Safari is what I use for all affiliate accounts just because it does remember everything much better.

#7

Good idea, it never occurred to me. Do you mind sharing the password manager you use?

#8

I use Last Pass Premium for a long time. You can use the password vault on all your devices, so it’s very convenient if you travel with a netbook or only a cell phone.

#9

One Password

#10

Thanks! And it’s a Canadian company too, located not far from me. :slight_smile:

#11

I like their security method.