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WFYI Cookie FAQs

Does WFYI use "cookies" ?
Yes. WFYI's Web server creates ASP Session cookies for session management purposes. These cookies do not collect or store any personal information about you. They contain randomly generated numbers that can be used by our Web applications to ensure continuity of data throughout your browsing session. Also, it is important to note that these cookies are not persistent; therefore, the cookies are removed by your browser when your session ends.

What is a "cookie" ?
A Web "cookie" is nothing more than a very small text file that is created by a Web site and saved on your computer.

How do cookies get saved on my computer?
If you visit a Web site that uses a cookie to store information, the web server will create the cookie and pass it along to your web browser.  If your web browser is setup to accept cookies, the cookie will be saved in a special directory on your hard drive.

How long does a cookie stay on my computer?
A web developer can program a cookie to "time out" after a designated amount of time.  When a cookie reaches the end of its predefined life span, your web browser simply erases it.  The ASP Session cookies used by the WFYI Web server are not persistent; therefore, the cookies are removed by your browser when your session ends.

Why do Web sites use cookies?
Cookies are a useful tool for Web developers.  Webmasters can track Web site traffic using cookies.  Also, cookies can be used to store customization preferences you supply to a Web site.  For example, Yahoo! offers the ability to customize your entry page into their portal.  This is done by placing your customization preferences in a cookie and retrieving that cookie each time you return to the site.

Where can I learn more about cookies?
Please visit www.cookiecentral.com