Cookies help websites remember you—but they also track your activity. If privacy matters to you, learning how to disable cookies on iPhone 11 to 17 is a smart move.
In this guide, you’ll see step-by-step instructions to disable cookies on Safari and Chrome, covering iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17, including Pro and Pro Max models.
What Are Cookies on iPhone?
Cookies are small data files saved by websites to:
- Keep you signed in
- Remember preferences
- Track browsing behavior
Disabling cookies improves privacy but may log you out of some sites or break certain features.
How to Disable Cookies on iPhone (Safari – Recommended)
Safari is the default browser on iPhone, and Apple places cookie controls inside settings.
Steps:
- Open Settings
- Scroll down and tap Safari
- Under Privacy & Security, turn ON Block All Cookies
- Tap Block All to confirm
✅ Cookies are now disabled in Safari
✅ Works on iPhone 11 through iPhone 17
This is the fastest answer to:
“How do I disable cookies on iPhone?”
How to Disable Cookies on iPhone Chrome
If you use Chrome and want better privacy:
Steps:
- Open Chrome
- Tap the three dots (⋯)
- Go to Settings
- Tap Privacy and Security
- Select Clear Browsing Data
- Check Cookies, Site Data
- Tap Clear Browsing Data
📌 Chrome doesn’t allow fully blocking cookies on iOS, but this clears and limits them.
Disable Cookies Using “Prevent Cross-Site Tracking” (Safer Option)
If blocking all cookies breaks websites, try this instead:
- Go to Settings → Safari
- Enable Prevent Cross-Site Tracking
- Enable Hide IP Address
- Enable Fraudulent Website Warning
This limits tracking while keeping sites usable.
Does This Work on All iPhone Models?
Yes. The steps are identical on:
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 17
Apple hasn’t changed cookie controls across these versions.
What Happens When You Disable Cookies?
Pros:
- Better privacy
- Less tracking
- Fewer targeted ads
Cons:
- You may be logged out of websites
- Some sites may not work properly
You can always re-enable cookies later.
Helpful Tip: Improve Display Privacy Too
If you’re adjusting privacy settings, you may also want full screen control:
👉 How to Disable Auto Brightness on iPhone 11 to 17
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Quick FAQ (Featured Snippets & AI Overviews)
How do I disable cookies on iPhone?
Go to Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies, then confirm.
Does disabling cookies work on iPhone 17?
Yes. The same steps work from iPhone 11 through iPhone 17.
Can I disable cookies without breaking websites?
Yes. Enable Prevent Cross-Site Tracking instead of blocking all cookies.
How do I clear cookies on iPhone Chrome?
Open Chrome → Settings → Privacy → Clear Browsing Data → Cookies.
Is it safe to disable cookies on iPhone?
Yes, but some sites may not function correctly.
Final Thoughts
If online privacy is important, now you know how to disable cookies on iPhone 11 to 17. Whether you fully block cookies or just limit tracking, iOS gives you solid control over your data.
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