Cookies are small text files used by websites to improve the experiences of Internet users. These files are downloaded to your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone, etc.) when you visit a website. These files are typically used to create a customized experience for you; in other words, cookies remember your preferences when you visit a website and provide an experience that matches these preferences on your next visit.

Cookies are generally divided into two main categories: Session Cookies and Persistent Cookies.

• Session Cookies: These remain in your browser as long as you visit a website and are deleted when you close your browser. Session cookies generally have functions such as remembering products in shopping carts.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device even if you close your browser and stay there for a certain period of time (a few days, weeks, months, or even longer) or until you delete them. Persistent cookies generally have functions such as remembering user preferences, collecting statistical data, or targeted advertising.

Also, cookies are classified in two different forms as Necessary and Optional.

• Necessary Cookies: These are the cookies that are necessary to run the basic functions of a website. For example, these types of cookies are needed for us to be able to perform operations such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. These cookies can be used without the consent of the users because these cookies are necessary for the operation of the website.
• Optional Cookies: These are cookies used to help personalize and improve the user experience. These cookies are typically used for analytical, performance, and targeting purposes. They cannot be used without user permission.