Kate Quinlan
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Kate is an Editor at All About Cookies. She has a decade of digital publishing experience and a background in EdTech. As a digital security expert, she leverages her passion for helping people to create authentic, well-researched content on a wide-range of digital privacy and security topics. In addition to writing and editing, she also conducts firsthand testing of various security software, from ad blockers to VPNs.
When not at her computer, Kate, along with her husband, strives to adopt sustainable living practices. Together, they love to learn about and build homesteading skills (organic gardening and food preservation), experiment with vegan cooking (replacing mac and cheese is impossible), and dote on their lively daughter.
Number one cybersecurity tip: Use unique, complex passwords! Weak passwords are the gateway to identity theft problems. All it takes is one data breach to give hackers access to your online accounts.
- Scams
- Phishing tactics
- Streaming
- VPNs
- Ad blockers
- Social media privacy
- Web hosting/building
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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How to Write a Website Privacy Policy
To comply with data privacy laws, your website likely needs clear privacy and cookie policies. Learn how to write a comprehensive and effective privacy policy for your website.
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Privacy Issues for Computer Cookies
Cookies themselves are harmless. Privacy concerns come into play with how they are used.
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What is Third-Party Ad Serving?
Many websites make their money using third-party ad serving companies.
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What Is an Opt-out Cookie?
Opt-out cookies help you block third-party advertisements. Here's how to use them to your benefit.
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How To Clear Computer Cookies [2025 Guide]
Cookes help websites remember your personal preferences, but clearing them can help you protect your online privacy. Here's how to clean up your computer cookies on all popular browsers.
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What Are Persistent Cookies?
While session cookies are temporary files that disappear when you close your browser, persistent cookies linger until they expire or you remove them. Both can improve your online experience, but persistent cookies can track you, too.