In this post, we will understand the difference between cache and cookies −
Cache
It helps store the content of the website which is used frequently.
The content of the website is stored in the browser.
It expires manually.
It consumes more space.
Different types of cache are: Browser cache and proxy cache.
It stores contents like HTML pages, images, JavaScript, CSS.
It doesn’t send a response with a request.
Cookies
It helps store the user’s choice.
The contents of the cookie are stored in both the server and browser.
It expires automatically.
It consumes less space.
Different types of cookies are: Transient cookies and persistent cookies.
A cookie stores the contents such as browsing sessions and temporary tracking data.
A cookie sends a response with the requests.