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Cookies & Storage

Storage Support

Cookies

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HTTP Cookie support

localStorage

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Persistent storage (no expiry)

sessionStorage

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Session-only storage

IndexedDB

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Large-scale database
Storage Capacity

localStorage Capacity Test

Test maximum localStorage capacity

sessionStorage Capacity Test

Test maximum sessionStorage capacity

Storage Quota Information

Total Quota

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Total storage available

Used Storage

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Currently used storage

Available

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Remaining storage space

Usage Percentage

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% of quota used
Cookie Tests

First-Party Cookie Test

Test cookies from this domain

Third-Party Cookie Test

Test cross-domain cookie support

Click button above to test third-party cookie support
Site Data Management

Clear Site Data

Remove all storage data for this site

Export Test Results

Generate Report

Export all test results for sharing with support teams

Diagnose browser storage and cookie issues with our comprehensive testing tool. Check localStorage, sessionStorage, IndexedDB, and cookie functionality. Test storage capacity, quota limits, third-party cookie support, and troubleshoot common storage problems. Essential for web developers, technical support, and debugging website issues.

What are Browser Cookies and Storage?

Browser cookies and storage are mechanisms websites use to save data locally on your device.

Why Test Browser Storage?

  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose why websites won't save login credentials or preferences
  • Privacy Configuration: Verify your privacy settings aren't blocking necessary cookies
  • Storage Limits: Check if storage quota is full causing application errors
  • Third-Party Cookies: Test if blocking third-party cookies breaks functionality
  • Technical Support: Generate detailed reports for support teams
  • Development: Verify storage APIs work correctly during testing
  • Performance: Identify storage-related bottlenecks and capacity issues

What "Generate Report" Gives You

A single exportable summary of every test above — useful for pasting into a bug report when a site's login or cart isn't persisting and you need to show which storage mechanism is actually broken.

Common Storage Problems

Cookies Disabled

When cookies are disabled, websites cannot maintain sessions, remember login credentials, or save preferences. Most modern websites require cookies for basic functionality. Users who disable all cookies experience broken login systems, repeated privacy notices, and lost shopping carts. Browser privacy settings, extensions, and incognito mode affect cookie behavior. Always enable at least first-party cookies for normal website operation.

Storage Quota Exceeded

Browsers limit storage capacity per domain to prevent abuse. When quota is exceeded, attempts to store data fail with quota errors. This commonly affects applications that cache large files, store offline data, or accumulate data without cleanup. Check quota usage regularly and implement data cleanup strategies. Some browsers allow requesting persistent storage to avoid automatic eviction during storage pressure.

Private/Incognito Mode Limitations

Private browsing modes provide temporary storage that's deleted when closing the window. Some browsers severely limit storage capacity in private mode to prevent tracking. IndexedDB might be completely disabled, and localStorage might have reduced capacity. Applications must gracefully handle storage failures in private mode by providing limited functionality or clear error messages explaining the limitations.

Third-Party Storage Blocking

Modern browsers block storage access from third-party contexts (iframes from different domains) by default to prevent tracking. This breaks embedded widgets, social media integrations, and authentication flows relying on third-party storage. Developers must use alternative approaches like postMessage communication, server-side session management, or first-party cookies with appropriate CORS configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to storage in incognito/private mode?

Private browsing creates temporary storage that's completely deleted when closing the window. Storage capacity may be reduced compared to normal mode. Some browsers completely disable certain storage types in private mode for security. Websites should detect private mode and either provide limited functionality or clearly explain that features requiring storage won't work. Data stored in private mode never persists to disk.

Can I increase my browser's storage quota?

Storage quotas are automatically determined by browsers based on available disk space and cannot be manually increased. Applications can request persistent storage to prevent automatic eviction, but this doesn't increase total capacity. Free up disk space to increase available storage quota. Some browsers allow users to grant additional permissions for specific sites, but limits still apply.

How do I clear storage for a specific website?

Most browsers allow clearing site-specific storage through settings. In Chrome, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and site data > See all site data, then search for the site and click Remove. Firefox has similar options under Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. This tool provides a "Clear All Site Data" button that removes all storage for the current domain instantly.