joey castilloJun 28, 2023
I feel like every web site with a “Keep Me Logged In” checkbox should have a FAQ entry titled “Why Doesn't The ‘Keep Me Logged In’ Checkbox Keep Me Logged In,” and the answer should be “Because we hate you.”
Show threadівась тарасикJun 28, 2023

@joeycastillo keeping you logged in is a security risk.

how do sites «keep you logged in»? usually by storing a unique session id in a... cookie.

the same cookie could potentially permit the owner of that site to track your activity online to some extent. sure you want that?

also, ever had your kid open the browser three days later and have your session still open, with maybe your credit card set up for «easy transactions»?

don't be lazy, never ever click «keep me logged in».

Show threadWolf480plJun 28, 2023

@tivasyk @joeycastillo
The "keep me logged in" checkbox was a mistake. It should've been a date picker from day one.

"keep me logged in"
"ok, but for how long?"

Show threadjoey castillo
@wolf480pl this reminds me of another pet peeve: all recurring meetings should have an end date. it irks me that the weekly catch-up will still be happening long after I am / we're all dead.
Jun 28, 2023 at 3:40pmWeb