Cookies are small bits of data that man websites leave on your computer to remember your preferences for the next time you visit that website. For example, some web sites can store cookies on your computer that gather information such as your IP address, the browser you use, or what time zone you are in. Most cookes are harmless and can be quite helpful in your web browsing experience, but others can be trouble.

Why Are They Dangerous?

Some sites store personal data that you may have given in a simple cookie file on your computer that can easily be accessed by spyware. You have to make sure that the bad cookies have been deleted or else your personal data could be at risk. Other tracking cookies can also record where you've been on the internet and keep track of your internet activity.

Tracking Cookies can be easily removed by doing a simple spyware scan. Go to our Basic Spyware Removal to learn how to effectivley scan your computer.