What are cookies and why are they required?
A “cookie” is a very small text file placed on your hard drive that is essentially your identification card for Personal Online Banking. It is uniquely yours and can only be read by the server that gives it to you. As part of the security of your data, cookies help specify particular browser and security requirements. back to section back to top How can I tell if I have a secure connection to Personal Online Banking? You will know that you are visiting a secured site when you see https:// instead of http:// in the address field on your browser and when the padlock symbol is showing at the bottom of your browser screen.
A “cookie” is a small piece of information that a site can store within your browser. This is how we identify you as a registered user. E-Register uses a cookie to remember your information so you are not required to log in each time you return to the site. In the future, cookies may help us serve you unique content or advertising based on what you told us about yourself when you registered. More information about cookies can be found on the Web. (If you use Internet Explorer, visit Microsoft’s Web page regarding cookies. If you use a Netscape browser, visit Netscape’s cookie page.