Are cookies faster than local storage?

What is difference between cookie and local storage?

For most cases, we use the localStorage object if we want some data to be on the browser. If we want it on the server, then we use cookies, and the sessionStorage is used when we want to destroy the data whenever that specific tab gets closed or the season is closed by the user.

Are cookies safer than localStorage?

Although cookies still have some vulnerabilities, it's preferable compared to localStorage whenever possible. Why? Both localStorage and cookies are vulnerable to XSS attacks, but it's harder for the attacker to do the attack when you're using httpOnly cookies.

Can I use localStorage instead of cookies?

localStorage will be available for any tab or window in the browser, and will exist until it is deleted by the user or the program. Unlike a cookie, you cannot setup expiration. localStorage has a much larger storage limit as well.

Is local storage fast?

Speed is not the real concern # localStorage is not infinite. Browsers have limits on the amount of localStorage data, and the amount of space you have varies from browser-to-browser. It's also shared space for all sites, not just your app. Kind of like the hard drive in your computer or phone.