What can be stored in LocalStorage?

Can objects be stored in localStorage?

In summary, we can store JavaScript objects in localStorage by first converting them to strings with the JSON. stringify method, then back to objects with the JSON. parse method.

What are some examples of local storage?

Local storage may refer to: Hard disk drive, a data storage device used for storing and retrieving digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disks (platters) coated with magnetic material.

How much can localStorage hold?

It is limited to about 5MB and can contain only strings. LocalStorage is not accessible from web workers or service workers. Cookies have their uses, but should not be used for storage.

Can localStorage be hacked?

Local storage is bound to the domain, so in regular case the user cannot change it on any other domain or on localhost. It is also bound per user/browser, i.e. no third party has access to ones local storage. Nevertheless local storage is in the end a file on the user's file system and may be hacked.