Logging in to NAP.edu requires that cookies are enabled in your browser. If you received an error, find the browser you are using in the list below and follow the instructions to enable cookies.
Internet Explorer
- Click 'Tools' (the gear icon) in the browser toolbar.
- Choose Internet Options.
- Click the Privacy tab, and then, under Settings, move the slider to the top to block all cookies or to the bottom to allow all cookies, and then click OK.
For more information on Internet Explorer, please see Microsoft's Help Center on enabling cookies.
Safari
- Click the Safari menu from the top toolbar.
- Choose Preferences.
- Click the Privacy tab.
- Click the Never checkbox for Block Cookies.
For more information on Safari, please see Apple's Help Center.
Google Chrome
- Click the context menu in the browser toolbar to the right of the address bar.
- Choose Settings.
- Click "Show Advanced Settings."
- Click Content settings in the Privacy section.
- Ensure that the bullet for "Allow local data to be set (recommended)"is checked.
- Also ensure that "Block third-party cookies and site data" is unchecked.
For more information on Google Chrome, please see Google's Help Center.
Firefox
- Click the Tools menu from the top toolbar.
- Choose Options.
- Click the Privacy tab.
- Under "History" select "Use custom settings for history" from thedrop-down menu beside "Firefox will."
- Ensure that the checkboxes for "Accept cookies from sites" and "Acceptthird-party cookies" are both checked.
- Click OK.
For more information on Mozilla, please see Firefox Help for more instructions on enabling cookies.
FAQs
Most websites need you to enable cookies in order for them to work. Cookies are small bits of data which websites can store on your computer as you browse their site. Cookies are typically used to help websites remember that you've logged in, or perhaps to store your personal preferences for that website.
What does "enable cookies" in your browser mean? ›
Most websites need you to enable cookies in order for them to work. Cookies are small bits of data which websites can store on your computer as you browse their site. Cookies are typically used to help websites remember that you've logged in, or perhaps to store your personal preferences for that website.
Should I enable cookies on my website? ›
Cookies can be helpful because they help sites remember you. This memory can help improve your individual user experience. Why is this a good thing? They already know about you and can tailor your website experience to your interests — making your browsing experience quicker, more focused, and more helpful.
How do you enable cookies in your browser on an iPhone? ›
SAFARI for iOS (iPhone and iPad)
Step 1: Go to Settings, then scroll down and select “Safari”. Step 2: Scroll down to “Privacy & Security”. Step 3: Verify “Block All Cookies” is ticked (green/white), click to allow cookies. Step 4: Clear the browser cache and reopen the browser.
How to get cookies in a browser? ›
How to enable cookies in your browser?
- Click the three dots at the top-right corner and select Settings.
- Select Privacy and security tab on the left side pane.
- Click Cookies and other site data and enable Allow all cookies or uncheck any option that blocks cookies.
Cookies by themselves do not pose security risks, however, they can be used by cybercriminals to impersonate the user, collect financial data, access their accounts or to steal passwords that are stored in the browser.
What happens if you don't enable cookies? ›
Remember, cookies contain your information, including what sites you browse, what products you clicked on, where you're located, and even login information. By not accepting cookies, you eliminate the chance a hacker could hijack your cookies and use the data inside to access sites while pretending to be you.
What happens if you decline cookies? ›
Most of the time, cookies are no big deal. There are a few occasions, though, where you should decline cookies. Don't worry—if you find yourself in a situation where you need to decline or simply want to decline for whatever reason, most websites will work just fine without collecting your information.
Is it better to accept or reject cookies? ›
For example, if you share ID information (like your Social Security Number), banking data, health data, etc, it's best to decline the use of cookies to make sure those details aren't stored and later accessed in an unpredictable scenario, like a data breach, or a hacker attack on your computer.
What happens if I block all cookies? ›
Here are some examples of what happens if you block all cookies: You may not be able to automatically sign in to a site because your saved username and password is deleted. Some web pages or features won't function. You may see a message on websites asking you to enable cookies for it to load.
In Chrome
- On your computer, open Chrome .
- At the top right, click More Settings .
- Click Privacy and security. Third-party cookies. Tip: If you are part of the Tracking Protection test group, follow the “Tracking Protection” instructions instead.
- Select an option: Allow third-party cookies.
On your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch, go to Settings, then Safari, and then to the Cookies section. For other browsers, check with your provider to find out how to disable cookies.
How do you enable cookies with Safari? ›
Enable cookies in Safari on Mac
- In the Safari app on your Mac, choose Safari > Settings, then click Advanced.
- Deselect “Block all cookies.” Websites, third parties, and advertisers can store cookies and other data on your Mac.
What is the best browser that doesn't keep track of your browsing history and has an incognito mode? It is proven that incognito mode does not keep you anonymous, but a browser called TOR makes you anonymous online. It encrypts your data and does not store cookies or browsing history.
Are cookies sent automatically? ›
Cookies are sent with every request, so they can worsen performance (for example on slow mobile data connections), especially if you have a lot of cookies set.
Where are cookies on my phone? ›
Chrome Browser - Android - Allow / Block Browser Cookies
- From a Home screen, navigate: Apps icon. (Google) Chrome. . ...
- Tap the. Menu icon. (upper-right).
- Settings. .
- Site settings. .
- Cookies. .
- Tap the. Cookies switch. to turn on or off .
- Block third-party cookies. to enable or disable. Enabled when a check mark is present.
By disabling cookies you will see fewer targeted ads. Without cookies, website owners, especially third-parties, won't be able to track your activity and count how many times you visit their sites or which sites or products you prefer.
What does cookies do to your browser? ›
Cookies are small pieces of text sent to your browser by a website you visit. They help that website remember information about your visit, which can both make it easier to visit the site again and make the site more useful to you.
What does blocking cookies on your browser do? ›
If you allow third-party cookies: Allows related sites to access your activity to personalize content or keep you signed in across sites. If you block third-party cookies: It often prevents this kind of connection between sites.
What do browser cookies mean? ›
Cookies are small files of information that a web server generates and sends to a web browser. Web browsers store the cookies they receive for a predetermined period of time, or for the length of a user's session on a website. They attach the relevant cookies to any future requests the user makes of the web server.
