To allow third-party cookies on a Mac, the steps depend on the browser you are using. Here’s how to enable them in the most common browsers:
Safari
- Open Safari on your Mac.
- Click on Safari in the top menu bar and select Settings (or Preferences).
- Go to the Privacy tab.
- Deselect Prevent cross-site tracking to allow third-party cookies.
- Deselect Block all cookies to ensure cookies are not blocked entirely.
- Alternatively, you can go to Safari > Settings > Advanced and make sure Block all cookies is unchecked.
- Close the settings; third-party cookies will now be allowed.
Safari blocks third-party cookies by default as part of its privacy features, so these settings must be turned off to allow them
Google Chrome
- Open Chrome on your Mac.
- Click the three dots menu at the top-right corner and select Settings.
- Go to Privacy & Security.
- Click on Cookies and other site data.
- Select Allow all cookies or specifically Allow third-party cookies.
- You can also choose to block third-party cookies only in Incognito mode if desired.
- Close the settings tab.
This will enable third-party cookies in Chrome on your Mac
Firefox
- Open Firefox on your Mac.
- Click the menu button (three horizontal lines) and select Settings.
- Go to Privacy & Security.
- Under Enhanced Tracking Protection , select Custom.
- Uncheck the box for Cookies to allow all cookies, or adjust to allow third-party cookies from sites you have visited.
- Close the settings tab.
Firefox also blocks many third-party cookies by default but allows customization in privacy settings
. By following these steps in your preferred browser on Mac, you can enable third-party cookies to ensure full website functionality or targeted advertising if you choose. Remember that enabling third-party cookies can reduce privacy protections. If you only need them temporarily, consider disabling them again afterward.