Web cookies (also called HTTP cookies, browser cookies, or simply cookies) are small pieces of data that websites store on your device (computer, phone, etc.) through your web browser. They are used to remember information about you and your interactions with the site.
Purpose of Cookies:
Session Management:
Keeping you logged in
Remembering items in a shopping cart
Saving language or theme preferences
Personalization:
Tailoring content or ads based on your previous activity
Tracking & Analytics:
Monitoring browsing behavior for analytics or marketing purposes
Types of Cookies:
Session Cookies:
Temporary; deleted when you close your browser
Used for things like keeping you logged in during a single session
Persistent Cookies:
Stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted
Used for remembering login credentials, settings, etc.
First-Party Cookies:
Set by the website you're visiting directly
Third-Party Cookies:
Set by other domains (usually advertisers) embedded in the website
Commonly used for tracking across multiple sites
Authentication cookies are a special type of web cookie used to identify and verify a user after they log in to a website or web application.
What They Do:
Once you log in to a site, the server creates an authentication cookie and sends it to your browser. This cookie:
Proves to the website that you're logged in
Prevents you from having to log in again on every page you visit
Can persist across sessions if you select "Remember me"
What's Inside an Authentication Cookie?
Typically, it contains:
A unique session ID (not your actual password)
Optional metadata (e.g., expiration time, security flags)
Analytics cookies are cookies used to collect data about how visitors interact with a website. Their primary purpose is to help website owners understand and improve user experience by analyzing things like:
How users navigate the site
Which pages are most/least visited
How long users stay on each page
What device, browser, or location the user is from
What They Track:
Some examples of data analytics cookies may collect:
Page views and time spent on pages
Click paths (how users move from page to page)
Bounce rate (users who leave without interacting)
User demographics (location, language, device)
Referring websites (how users arrived at the site)
Here’s how you can disable cookies in common browsers:
1. Google Chrome
Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner.
Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
Choose your preferred option:
Block all cookies (not recommended, can break most websites).
Block third-party cookies (can block ads and tracking cookies).
2. Mozilla Firefox
Open Firefox and click the three horizontal lines in the top-right corner.
Go to Settings > Privacy & Security.
Under the Enhanced Tracking Protection section, choose Strict to block most cookies or Custom to manually choose which cookies to block.
3. Safari
Open Safari and click Safari in the top-left corner of the screen.
Go to Preferences > Privacy.
Check Block all cookies to stop all cookies, or select options to block third-party cookies.
4. Microsoft Edge
Open Edge and click the three horizontal dots in the top-right corner.
Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions.
Select your cookie settings from there, including blocking all cookies or blocking third-party cookies.
5. On Mobile (iOS/Android)
For Safari on iOS: Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies.
For Chrome on Android: Open the app, tap the three dots, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies.
Be Aware:
Disabling cookies can make your online experience more difficult. Some websites may not load properly, or you may be logged out frequently. Also, certain features may not work as expected.
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Are you new to Connecticut and dreaming of starting your own business? Or maybe you’ve recently launched a business and are navigating the early stages of entrepreneurship? You’ve come to the right place!
No matter where you are in your journey, SMARTUp is here to support you:
If you have a clear business idea and are considering opening a business in Connecticut.
If you’re actively researching, planning, or taking steps to turn your idea into reality.
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If you have already launched a small business within the past two years and are seeking guidance to grow or improve.
If any of these describe you, SMARTUp is the perfect program to help you succeed:
Aspiring Entrepreneurs – Individuals in Connecticut preparing to start a business who may be unfamiliar with local business culture, financial systems, or regulations.
Startup Business Owners – Entrepreneurs who have launched their business within the past two years and are looking to grow.
What to Expect from SMARTUp Program
Essential knowledge and support to:
Navigating Business Culture: Gain a clear understanding of how business works in Connecticut.
Refining Your Business Concept: We’ll help you clarify and finalize your business idea or service.
Market and Competitor Research: Learn how to effectively analyze your market and understand your competition.
Customer Acquisition: Strategies to attract, engage, and retain customers for sustainable business growth.
Filing Requirements: Learn about necessary licenses, registrations, tax applications and how to stay compliant in Connecticut.
Municipal Requirements: Get help understanding local regulations for business activities, including home-based businesses, zoning, building improvements, signage, and more.
Master Financial Essentials: Understand key financial concepts, track cash flow, manage financial reports, and learn the importance of business credit.
Build and Promote Your Brand: Develop your brand and market your business to attract customers.
Advice When Hiring Employees: Learn the steps and requirements for hiring your first employee
At CTSBDC, we’re committed to helping you navigate the journey of business ownership and turn your vision into success.
How We Make It Happen
You will have access to:
Strategic Resources: Access internal guides and external materials to help you in your business planning and growth.
Multilingual Support: Ensure you and/or your customers have access to multilingual services and translation assistance if needed.
Advising and Business Guidance: Receive personalized guidance to help you take meaningful steps forward.
Resource Networking: Opportunities to connect with a supportive network of professionals and entrepreneurs.
Training Opportunities: Participate in workshops and webinars to develop skills and confidence.
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Languaje: En español, con subtítulos en vivo en diversos idiomas
Contacto: Pilar Illanes
Cada vez más grandes empresas y pequeños negocios están aprovechando la IA generativa con excelentes resultados. Sin embargo, muchos emprendedores aún necesitan ese impulso inicial para comprender lo básico y comenzar a aplicarla en su propio negocio.
Esta capacitación está pensada para pequeños negocios y nuevos emprendedores que quieren entender lo básico y empezar a aplicar la IA de forma práctica y segura.
Presentadora: Angela Rodriguez, CTSBDC – Líder de Iniciativas IA
Lo que aprenderás:
Bases sólidas: qué es la IA generativa y cómo usarla de forma segura
Elegir la herramienta de IA adecuada para mi negocio
Prompts e iteración para lograr mejores resultados
Cinco tareas para probar como la IA se puede aplicar en tu negocio
Únete para demos en vivo y una sesión interactiva de preguntas y respuestas. No pierdas esta oportunidad!
