Cookies folder(s) in Windows 7

[compukitteh]

I like to micromanage my cookies, and I have been unable to find the folder(s) in Windows 7. My previous machine (which died horribly) ran Vista, and there were two folders, one named "Cookies" and one "Low". I have my Folders Options set to show hidden folders/files, but no joy finding the folders.

Also, whilst I have your attention, does anyone know why the cookie file names saved by IE8 changed from descriptive (e.g. facebook.com) to a random alphanumeric mess (e.g. L8U1906V)? Makes it harder to micromanage the cookies.

[banhien]

Hi,

For IE8, it should be in %userprofile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Cookies

Regards

ps it's a hidden folder

[Big_Dave]

Hi,

There are some ways to Micromanage cookies running Windows 7.

1. Download and use cookienator (it's a freebie).  You can setup your own desired filters and the when to clean out cookies.
2. Use IE 9 to control cookies under Tools --> Internet Options ----> Privacy TAB.
3. Use IE 9 under the General TAB --> Delete browsing history and look over the selection for cookies.
4. Use a product like Norton Internet Security to scan for cookies and take the actions that you desire.

I use cookienator and set it for everyday that I log on and then pretty much forget about cookies.  If cookienator misses something then Norton Internet Security cleans up the rest.

[dscrap]

Crap Cleaner from www.ccleaner.com... free and cleans your unwanted cookies as well as options to save specific ones.  I use it everyday and advise everyone to do the same or at least use a similar application.

[banhien]

Hi,

Ccleaner can clean EVERYTHING therefore we need to workout which ones you want to keep.

Regards,