Glossary
Plain-language explanations for encryption, tracking, compliance, and security concepts.
Tracking
HTTP state mechanism storing name/value pairs with scope and expiry attributes.
Consent
User interface for presenting cookie/storage purposes and collecting consent signals.
Consent
Permission signal for cookie/storage-based processing purposes and vendors.
Tracking
Browser privacy feature partitioning third-party state by top-level site to reduce cross-site correlation.
Tracking
Identifier matching between ad-tech parties to align user IDs across domains.
Tracking
It's like a sticky note a website leaves on your browser to remember you next time.
Privacy
US law regulating collection of personal information from children under 13.
Web Security
Cross-Origin Resource Sharing policy controlling cross-origin requests via response headers.
Threats
Automated replay of breached credentials across services.
Encryption
CA-published list of revoked certificates; freshness and size trade-offs affect practical effectiveness.
Tracking
Identity resolution across devices and platforms.
Tracking
Cross-origin user linkage across web contexts.
Security
Software or hardware for key management and transaction signing.
Encryption
Mathematical primitives and protocols for security.
Web Security
Unwanted state-changing requests via authenticated browser context.
Security
Operational security best practices that reduce exposure to common attacks.
Encryption
Lifecycle control for cryptographic keys.