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What is the primary purpose of using cookies on a website?
What is the primary purpose of using cookies on a website?
- To store information about user preferences and devices to enhance the user experience. (correct)
- To directly identify users and collect their personal details.
- To track users' online activities for governmental surveillance purposes.
- To install software on users' devices without their consent.
Why might a user choose to block certain types of cookies?
Why might a user choose to block certain types of cookies?
- To allow websites to install necessary software updates.
- To protect their privacy by limiting the collection and use of their data. (correct)
- To increase the amount of advertising they see online.
- To prevent the website from functioning correctly, regardless of personal preferences.
What happens when strictly necessary cookies are blocked by a user?
What happens when strictly necessary cookies are blocked by a user?
- The website will continue to function perfectly normally.
- The user will experience enhanced website functionality.
- Some parts of the site may not function correctly. (correct)
- Advertising will be more tailored to the user's interests.
What is the main purpose of performance cookies?
What is the main purpose of performance cookies?
How does blocking performance cookies affect the website owner?
How does blocking performance cookies affect the website owner?
What is the benefit of functional cookies for website users?
What is the benefit of functional cookies for website users?
What is a potential consequence of not allowing functional cookies?
What is a potential consequence of not allowing functional cookies?
How do marketing cookies operate to deliver targeted advertising?
How do marketing cookies operate to deliver targeted advertising?
What is the most likely outcome if a user does not allow marketing cookies?
What is the most likely outcome if a user does not allow marketing cookies?
According to the information provided, what right does a user have regarding their personally identifiable information (PII)?
According to the information provided, what right does a user have regarding their personally identifiable information (PII)?
Why is it important for websites to provide a Privacy Preference Center?
Why is it important for websites to provide a Privacy Preference Center?
In the context of cookies, what does 'giving a more personalized web experience' mean?
In the context of cookies, what does 'giving a more personalized web experience' mean?
What is the key difference between strictly necessary cookies and other types of cookies?
What is the key difference between strictly necessary cookies and other types of cookies?
How do performance cookies contribute to improving a website?
How do performance cookies contribute to improving a website?
In what way do functional cookies enhance a user’s interaction with a website?
In what way do functional cookies enhance a user’s interaction with a website?
What is the potential downside of allowing marketing cookies while browsing online?
What is the potential downside of allowing marketing cookies while browsing online?
Why would a website use third-party providers to set functional cookies?
Why would a website use third-party providers to set functional cookies?
If a user blocks all cookies, what is the most likely impact on their browsing experience?
If a user blocks all cookies, what is the most likely impact on their browsing experience?
How does the concept of 'aggregated' information relate to performance cookies?
How does the concept of 'aggregated' information relate to performance cookies?
What action can a user take to control their privacy related to cookies, as suggested in the text?
What action can a user take to control their privacy related to cookies, as suggested in the text?
Flashcards
What are cookies?
What are cookies?
Small text files that websites store on a visitor's device to remember information about them, their preferences, or their device.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Cookies that are essential for a website to function properly and provide basic services. Disabling them can prevent the site from working.
Performance Cookies
Performance Cookies
Cookies used to track website traffic and performance to improve the site's functionality. Data collected is aggregated and anonymous.
Functional Cookies
Functional Cookies
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Marketing Cookies
Marketing Cookies
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Right to Deletion
Right to Deletion
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Study Notes
- Websites store or retrieve information on browsers, mainly through cookies
- This information relates to user preferences or devices, enhancing user experience
- Users can choose to disallow certain cookies to protect their privacy
- Blocking cookies may affect website functionality and available services
Managing Consent Preferences
Strictly Necessary Cookies
- These are essential for website functionality and cannot be disabled
- They are activated by user actions like setting preferences or logging in
- Browsers can block them, but site functionality will be limited
- They do not store personally identifiable information (PII)
Performance Cookies
- These track visits and traffic sources to improve site performance
- They help identify popular pages and user navigation patterns
- All collected data is aggregated and anonymous
- Disallowing these prevents monitoring of site performance
Functional Cookies
- These enhance website functionality and personalization
- They may be set by the website or third-party providers
- Disallowing these may cause some services to malfunction
Marketing Cookies
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Advertising partners use them to create interest profiles
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They display relevant ads on other sites
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They uniquely identify browsers and internet devices, not storing personal data
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Disallowing these results in less targeted advertising
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Users can request deletion of their personally identifiable information
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Details on how to submit this request are in College Board’s Privacy Statement
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