Internet • Browsers • Account sessions

Does clearing cookies log you out of websites?

Yes, clearing cookies usually logs you out of websites. Cookies store login sessions and preferences. When they are removed, websites no longer recognize your device as logged in, forcing you to re-enter credentials manually. Some sites may remember you using other methods, but most require signing in again after cookies are cleared.

• Cookies store login sessions.
• Clearing them removes authentication.
• Most sites require re-login.