What are third-party cookies?

Third-party cookies are created by domains other than the one that the user is currently visiting. These cookies are typically used for advertising, tracking user behavior across websites, and compiling data for various analytics purposes. When you visit a website, it may include content from other sources, such as ads or social media plugins, which can set their own cookies on your computer. These cookies can track your activities across multiple sites, providing a way for advertisers to target specific ads based on your browsing habits.

In contrast, first-party cookies, which are set by the website you are directly visiting, are primarily used to enhance user experience by remembering login information or user preferences on that specific site. Because third-party cookies are related to external websites, they raise privacy concerns, as they can be used to create detailed profiles of users without their explicit consent.