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Netscape Navigator 4 | Internet Explorer 4 | Internet Explorer 5 | Internet Explorer 5.5/6
ZoneAlarm / Personal Firewall / Security Software Users

Netscape Navigator 4:

From the menu bar select Edit / Preferences.
On the left side of the dialog box select the Advanced category.
On the right side of the dialog box select "Accept all cookies" or "Accept only cookies that get sent back to the originating server."
Click "Warn me before accepting a cookie" if so desired.
Click OK.
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Internet Explorer 4:

From the menu bar select View / Internet Options.
Select the Advanced tab.
Scroll 2/3 of the way down till you reach the Security section and the Cookies subsection.
Select "Always accept cookies" or "Prompt before accepting cookies."
Click OK.
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Internet Explorer 5:

From the menu bar select Tools / Internet Options.
On the Security tab click Custom Level.
In Security Settings scroll 1/3 of the way down till you reach the Cookies section.
Select "Enable" or "Prompt" in either section ("Allow cookies to be stored on your computer" or "Allow per-session cookies (not stored)"). [NOTE: the APA cookie is a per-session cookie.]
Click OK, click OK.
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Internet Explorer 5.5 / 6:

From the menu bar select Tools / Internet Options.
On the Privacy tab click Default.
Your privacy settings should now be set to Medium
Click OK.
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ZoneAlarm or other Personal Firewall/Security Software Users:

Please note that recent versions of ZoneAlarm and other personal firewalls and security software may be set to block cookies. Please refer to the HELP associated with the security software you are using to find out how to enable per-session cookies. If you are unsure that the personal security software is causing a problem, temporarily disable it and try logging in again. If you are able to log in with the security software disabled, then you'll need to modify the cookie settings located in your particular security software package to allow it to accept cookies.

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An Explanation of Cookies on apaOnline

The cookie for apaOnline is merely a random string of letters and numbers that the server assigns to you when you log in to Member Services or the JobSeeker Database. The cookie is stored in a small temporary file on your local hard drive.

If we did not use cookies, you would be prompted for your username and password every single time you changed pages in the Member Services section, as each document is individually secured and requires a password for access. If we did not use cookies, the JobSeeker Database would not be able to remember who you were from page to page. The APA does not collect, compile, or analyze the contents of the cookie passed to your machine. It is merely a random string of characters used as a tool to make your surfing experience more enjoyable while also allowing us to provide special benefits for members only.

As soon as you exit your browser or logout of JobSeeker the cookie is immediately erased from your hard drive. The cookie is also erased if your browser remains idle for too long (approximately 20 minutes). The next time you log in, the server assigns you a different random string of characters.

Cookies are also used in certain forms on the APA website, such as login, registration and information submission forms.

If you have any concerns about cookies, you can frequently configure your browser to prompt you as cookies are being sent to you, giving you the power to choose whether to accept them or not. Please see the instructions above for your particular browser.

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