Last Updated March 24, 2026
Global Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy supplements the Abbott Privacy Policy and other applicable privacy notices. It provides additional information about how Abbott uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites. Cookie practices may vary depending on the site’s function, region or applicable legal requirements.
1. What Are Cookies and Why Do We Use Them?
A cookie is a small text file that a website places on your device when you visit. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device for various purposes. For example, after you enter information into a form or data field on an Abbott website, cookies may allow the site to remember your preferences, such as the sections you visit most frequently or, if you choose, your user ID.
Cookies and similar technologies help Abbott:
- Provide and improve our websites
- Customize your experience
- Understand website traffic and usage patterns
- Enhance performance and security
- Support analytics, functionality, and, where allowed, advertising activities
Some website features may not function properly without Required/Always Active cookies.
Other Tracking Technologies
Abbott may also use technologies such as web beacons (also known as internet tags, single pixel GIFs, clear GIFs, or invisible GIFs). These tiny graphics help us understand website usage. For example, how many times a page is viewed or whether an email has been opened. They may be included in online advertisements or across our pages to assess effectiveness and improve our services.
2. Types of Cookies and Tracking Technologies We Use
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies
- Temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
- Used to facilitate navigation, prevent inappropriate submissions, and gather aggregated statistics.
Persistent cookies
- Remain on your device until you delete them, or they expire.
- Used to remember your settings and preferences, recognize returning users, and personalize your experience.
- Persistent cookies may contain personal information only if you have provided it voluntarily (e.g., through registration or consent).
First‑Party and Third‑Party Cookies
- First‑party cookies are set by Abbott.
- Third-party cookies are set by Service Providers or partners (e.g., analytics, advertising) not operated by Abbott. Abbott may use third party cookies (e.g., reCAPTCHA Enterprise) to protect its websites from spam, fraud and abuse.
o Third parties may process information according to their own privacy policies, Terms of Use, or End User Licensing Agreements, which we encourage you to review.
o Abbott may also use technologies to deidentify or aggregate data collected through cookies to help protect your privacy.
3. Cookie Categories
Abbott websites may use cookies for different purposes. Depending on the specific website, subdomain, or region, cookie categories may vary. Typical categories include:
- Always Active / Required Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website and core features to function, including security (e.g., reCAPTCHA Enterprise), network management, basic functionality, and essential media playback. They may be provided by Abbott or our service providers. These cookies cannot be disabled. - Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as non‑essential media, tools, and features. These cookies may allow information to be shared with third parties. If disabled, some features may not function properly. - Performance Cookies
These cookies help us conduct analytics, including understanding how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate the site. These cookies may disclose information to third parties for analytical purposes. - Advertising Cookies
These cookies support permitted marketing and advertising practices. They may be used to build a profile of your interests, tailor your digital experience, show relevant ads on other sites, and enable social media sharing. These cookies may also allow third-party partners to collect information for their own use.
Please note: Not all Abbott websites use all types of cookies. Cookie practices may vary depending on the site’s function, region, or applicable legal requirements.
4. Your Cookie Choices / Your Privacy Preferences
Where required by local law or where appropriate, Abbott provides users with choices regarding non‑essential cookies.
Cookie Banners and Preference Centers
- When you first visit certain Abbott websites, a cookie banner will appear.
- You may choose to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences, depending on the region and applicable legal requirements, by selecting options such as “Your Privacy Choices,” “Manage Cookies,” or similar links.
- You can change your preferences at any time through the cookie preference center, typically available at the bottom of each website.
If you disable Functional cookies, some website functions may be limited or may not function properly.
Browser and Device Settings
You may also manage cookies through your browser settings by deleting cookies, restricting certain types of cookies, or setting alerts when cookies are placed. These controls vary by browser and device.
5. Updates to This Cookie Policy
Abbott may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
6. Questions?
If you have questions about this Global Cookie Policy, you may contact us through the “Contact Us” link on the Abbott website you are visiting or by emailing: privacy@abbott.com