A cookie is a message sent from a web server to your web browser that enables the server to show you customised web pages. There are different kinds of cookies:
Permanent cookies contain information about your browser, which is the main information needed for the cookie to work. Some websites use cookies to collect personal information about you, but this can only be done if you provide the information yourself, for example, by filling out a web form. To prevent unauthorised usage, personal information will be encrypted by legitimate web sites.
Note: Sony Ericsson recommends that you clear all sensitive information from previously visited Internet services. The reason for this is to avoid misuse of personal information if your phone is misplaced, lost or stolen.

