Are there any best practices for managing browser behavior in PHP applications to prevent URL storage?

To prevent URL storage in PHP applications, it is recommended to use session variables to store sensitive information instead of passing them through URLs. This helps in avoiding potential security risks such as data exposure and manipulation. By storing sensitive data in session variables, you can ensure that the information is not stored in the browser's history or cache.

<?php
session_start();

// Store sensitive data in session variable
$_SESSION['user_id'] = 12345;

// Retrieve sensitive data from session variable
$user_id = $_SESSION['user_id'];
?>