I'm building a website showcasing a collection of website designs sorted by categories, and I'm keen to add a Favorites feature. This would allow users to mark their favorite designs for easy access later. I'm curious about the best method to store these favorites. Should I use cookies, sessions, or perhaps a database with a login system? Or do you have some other suggestions?
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Storing favorites in a database makes the most sense. This way, users won’t lose their favorites across sessions or devices, especially if they log in. Plus, it keeps everything organized on the backend!
Local storage is also a good option! It doesn't require users to log in, and the data sticks around pretty well. Just keep in mind that switching devices would mean those saved favorites won’t sync unless you add a login feature to save them more universally.
I’d recommend going with a database. That way, favorites remain accessible no matter what device your users are on. It's definitely more reliable than cookies or sessions which might get cleared or have limited lifespans.
Exactly, with a database you avoid issues like losing saved items. Plus, it’s all user-friendly for those who log in!