By default, the privacy level in Internet Explorer 7 is set to Medium. This means that Internet Explorer places some restrictions on the use of cookies. For example, it will automatically block certain third-party cookies.

You can customize the privacy level to suit your needs using the following steps:

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click Tools and select Internet Options from the menu.
3. Click the Privacy tab.
4. Move the slider up or down to change the privacy level.

You should proceed with some level of caution when you are customizing the privacy level. If you move the slider to block all cookies you may not be able to view some Web sites or take advantage of personalized features.