How does browser cookie management affect survey submissions?

Clearing browser cookies can indeed allow respondents to continue submitting surveys because cookies are often used to store session data and track user activity. When a user clears their cookies, their browser essentially resets the session information associated with website visits. This means that if a respondent has already completed a survey and their answer has been recorded, clearing the cookies can remove the restrictions that might prevent them from submitting the survey again. As a result, they can re-enter the survey link and submit their responses anew.

This aspect of cookie management is particularly relevant in studies where repeated submissions might need to be permitted for testing or validation purposes. Cookies typically help to maintain the state of user sessions and manage how often a respondent can access a survey, so clearing cookies can effectively bypass those limits.