How to allow third party cookies on ipad pro

To use your Google Account on a browser (like Chrome or Safari), turn on cookies if you haven't already.

Important: If you get a message that cookies are turned off, you need to turn them on to use your account.

In the Chrome app

Cookies are automatically turned on and stay on. Learn how to clear cookies.

In the Safari app

  1. Follow the instructions to turn cookies on or off.
  2. Wait 5 minutes and open the Safari app.

In other browser apps

For instructions, check the support website for your browser.

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Fix problems

If you can't use your Google Account and get a message that cookies are turned off:

  1. Follow the steps above to turn on cookies.
  2. Try signing in again.

If you still get the error message, here are some possible solutions. Try each one, then try signing in.

  • Open a new browser window.
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Updated at: Feb 19, 2022

How to enable Cookies on iPhone

This guide will step you through the process of getting Cookies enabled on iPhone. It's for Apple's Safari browser.

  1. On your iPhone, open the "Settings" App

    Return to the Home Screen by pressing the round button underneath the screen. You will see the grid of icons. Then, find the "Settings" icon and tap on it.

    How to allow third party cookies on ipad pro

  2. Scroll and tap on the "Safari" item

    The Settings screen will be longer than the actual screen of your iPhone, so to reach the "Safari" section you need to scroll the screen down a bit by dragging on the screen with your finger.

    How to allow third party cookies on ipad pro

    When you see the Safari item, tap on it to see the options for Safari.

  3. Scroll down and choose your Cookies preference

    First-Party cookies

    You can see the Block All Cookies setting in the Privacy & Security section - when this slider is slid to the right (and turned green), then all Cookies will be blocked. Be careful; blocking all cookies may actually prevent you from using a lot of websites normally! First-Party Cookies are usually used when you log in to websites; and you may find you can't use a lot of websites without Cookies enabled.

    Third-Party cookies

    However, the other setting you want to pay attention to is the one above it: Prevent Cross-Site Tracking. This setting also controls Third-Party Cookies. These are cookies set by sites other than the one you are visiting, and it's one of the major ways that companies track your activity online.

    It's very common to disable Block All Cookies (so that cookies are allowed), but to also enable Prevent Cross-Site Tracking (so that third-party cookies are blocked) - as shown in the screenshot.

    How to allow third party cookies on ipad pro

    This will allow cookies from the websites you specifically visit, but can help prevent things like embedded "Like/Share" buttons from sharing your online activity with advertisers.

  4. You have configured your Cookies settings

    Congratulations, you just configured Cookies in Safari on iOS.

    Please Note! If you have just enabled the Prevent Cross-Site Tracking feature, you will need to restart Safari before the setting takes full effect.

    Click here to check if Cookies are enabled.

    You may also want to take a moment to clear your cookies and history on iOS.

If you want to enable cookies on your iPad, you have to change the settings of your browser app. Please read the guides on how to enable cookies on your iPad in the Safari or Chrome apps. 

How to enable cookies on iPad in the Safari app?

  1. Go to Settings, then scroll down and check Safari.
  2. Scroll down until you find Privacy & Security. 
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  3. Under the tab Block All Cookies, do not select it (leave it white).
    How to allow third party cookies on ipad pro
  4. Restart Safari.

Done, you have enabled cookies on your iPad in Safari.

If you are using iPhone, you could enable cookies in the Safari app in the same way as described above.

How to enable cookies on iPad in the Chrome app?

On iPad in the Chrome app, cookies are usually automatically turned on. If not, perform the following steps to enable cookies:

  1. On your iPad, open the Chrome app.
  2. At the bottom right, tap More, marked as three dots, and then Settings.
  3. Tap Cookies, Site Data, and check it to allow cookies.
  4. Tap Done.

Done, you have enabled cookies on your iPad in Chrome.

If you are using iPhone, you could enable cookies in Chrome in the same way as described above.

For other browsing apps, go to Settings, find the Privacy tab, select Cookies, and check it to enable cookies.

CookieScript Consent Management Platform can help you to manage cookies at your website and to be privacy laws compliant.

How do I change my iPad to allow third party cookies?

Tap Site settings and then Cookies. Next to “Cookies,” switch the setting on. To allow third-party cookies, check the box next to “Allow third-party cookies.”

How do I enable my browser to accept third party cookies?

Chrome on Android.
Tap the three vertical dots on the top right corner in Chrome and select Settings..
Find the advanced section and go to Site Settings..
Inside the site settings, tap cookies and tick the “Allow 3rd party cookies” checkbox..
Close and reload the browser..

How do I enable third party cookies in Safari?

Enabling Third-Party Cookies for Mobile Safari.
Go to the Settings app on your iPhones or iPads..
Scroll down and select Safari from the left navigation menu..
Under Security & Privacy, disable both “Block All Cookies” and “Prevent Cross-Site Tracking.”.
Quit and restart the Mobile Safari app..

How do I enable third party cookies in Chrome on iPad?

From your home screen, locate and select the 'Settings' icon. Select 'Chrome' from the left-side menu bar (you may need to scroll down). Ensure that 'Allow Cross-Website Tracking' is enabled.