Can we stop cookies from any/all sources being added, created, read or written on the devices we own?

I always "Reject All". I find the cookie pop-ups reassuring - I get some satisfaction from denying access or pressing the "Reject All" button. Don't get me started on "Legitimate Interest" which is being abused by most sites.

Earlier on, someone posted a link to an Instagram image and I wanted to see it. The Meta Cookie Policy says if I want to see the image, I had to accept the "nessecary cookies" which are apparently mandatory or the site …

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