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SuzanG

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    Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
    « on: December 21, 2016, 11:41:39 AM »
    Windows 7 computer.
    Went into browser and reset to browser settings.
    went into control panel, Internet options, and allow cookies is checked.
    Where else to do I go to get Skype to open on this computer?

    Rustys



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    Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
    « Reply #1 on: December 21, 2016, 11:57:01 AM »
    What browser and Version?
    IE PaleMoon, ArticFox, Edge, FireFox, Chrome, Chromium...

    Are you using we based Skype or the installed version?
    "Confucius could give answer to that... unfortunately Confucius not here at moment."

    SuzanG

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      Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
      « Reply #2 on: December 21, 2016, 02:03:50 PM »
      IE 11
      installed version of Skype.  worked before on this computer.  I even did the Skype software update this morning, but still gave me error.

      Rustys



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      Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
      « Reply #3 on: December 21, 2016, 11:54:29 PM »
      What security software are you running?

      Is this only happening when clicking a link in Skype?

      Does this happen if you use a bookmark or manually type in a link in IE 11?
      "Confucius could give answer to that... unfortunately Confucius not here at moment."

      SuzanG

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        Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
        « Reply #4 on: December 23, 2016, 06:48:35 AM »
        I am having same trouble trying to open Facebook on this computer in IE.  I says that my cookies are not enabled, but they are.  I have reset the security settings.  See attachment screenshot.
        I am using Microsoft security essentials.

        I don't understand, can't I get a screenshot showing what all the IE explorer settings should be to enable cookies, and allow Skype to work? 
        That is what I need.

        [attachment deleted by admin to conserve space]
        « Last Edit: December 23, 2016, 07:00:42 AM by SuzanG »

        Allan

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        Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
        « Reply #5 on: December 23, 2016, 07:14:06 AM »
        1) Try clearing your Temporary Internet Files Folder: Open Internet Explorer (IE11) -> Tools -> Internet Options -> General. In the section “Browsing history” click on the “Settings” button and in the next window the “View files” button. Delete all files from the Temporary Internet Files folder

        2) Internet Options - Privacy Tab - Click on the Sites Button - Click on: Remove All

        After doing the above, reboot. Any help?

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        Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
        « Reply #6 on: December 23, 2016, 07:34:44 AM »
        Are you positive they are not turned off in 1 of your security apps ? ?
        " Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist should have his head examined. "

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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #7 on: December 23, 2016, 12:15:05 PM »
          I did what Allen suggested, and it worked!  Thank you so much.

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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #8 on: December 23, 2016, 12:40:27 PM »
          You're welcome :)

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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #9 on: December 23, 2016, 02:16:54 PM »
          They always spell your name wrong... 8)
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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #10 on: December 23, 2016, 03:00:43 PM »
          I'm used to it by now :)

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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #11 on: December 23, 2016, 03:42:38 PM »
          Happy Holidays Bud...to you and all here...
          " Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist should have his head examined. "

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          Re: Skype says my browser is blocking cookies
          « Reply #12 on: December 23, 2016, 04:11:58 PM »
          You too patio - only the best for you and yours.