How to Turn on Incognito Mode

Turn on Incognito mode allows you to browse the Internet without having your history saved on your computer. It’s a great tool for people who share computers or devices with others, or those who value privacy.

However, incognito mode doesn’t prevent anyone from seeing your browsing activity. Depending on how you set up your browser, they may still be able to identify you by your IP address.

To turn on incognito mode, the process can vary depending on the browser or application you’re using. Here are instructions for some of the most popular web browsers:

1. Google Chrome:
   • Click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.
   • Select “New incognito window” from the dropdown menu.
   • Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+N (Windows/Linux) or Command+Shift+N (Mac).
2. Mozilla Firefox:
   • Click on the three horizontal lines in the top-right corner of the browser window.
   • Select “New Private Window” from the menu.
   • Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) or Command+Shift+P (Mac).
3. Microsoft Edge:
   • Click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.
   • Select “New InPrivate window” from the menu.
   • Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) or Command+Shift+P (Mac).
4. Safari:
   • Click on “File” in the top menu bar.
   • Select “New Private Window” from the dropdown menu.
   • Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: Command+Shift+N.

What is Incognito Mode

Essentially, when you browse incognito, the browser clears your browsing history and cookies. This helps prevent sites and search engines from tracking you and making predictions about what you might want to see next. It also ensures that others using the same device don’t pick up on your search and shopping habits.

Incognito mode doesn’t hide your identity or completely hide your activity from third parties, however. Your IP address is still visible to websites and search engines, and if you sign in to personal accounts or make purchases, your name and other information can be linked to your browsing data.

Also, incognito mode does not hide your activity from network administrators on work or school computers. While the feature does erase local traces of your website visits, online searches and form submissions, you should treat any computer you use for work or school as though it were a public machine, even when incognito. The best way to stay safe and secure on a shared device is to use a VPN or proxy service.

Why do I need Incognito Mode?

In a time when privacy concerns are at their highest, many people want to be able to surf the web without fear that their online activity is being tracked. Incognito Mode is a useful tool in that regard, and it’s available on most browsers including Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox.

Incognito Mode pauses your browser’s history recording and deletes it when you close the window. It also prevents sites from saving your login information and logging you out of any sites you were logged in to before starting the incognito session.

However, your Internet Service Provider (ISP), other users on your network, and other third parties can still snoop on your browsing data even in Incognito Mode. You may want to use additional security tools such as Tracking Protection and a VPN, to truly safeguard your privacy online.

How do I turn on Incognito Mode?

Incognito mode, also known as Private Browsing mode, is an internet browsing feature that hides your local search history and deletes temporary files. This keeps others (like your school or employer) from knowing what you’ve been doing on the web.

It may prevent some forms of tracking, too. For example, some sites use cookies to store login information and generate personalized ads. If you don’t use incognito mode, these cookies could be used by other users on the same device to log into your accounts or create customized web pages and ads for you. Google

To start using incognito mode, open your browser and select the “New Incognito Window” option. The new windows are usually dark colored and show a mask icon. This method works for most major web browsers including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox and Safari. For extra privacy, it’s a good idea to clear your browser cache on a regular basis. This helps keep your computer and browser running smoothly and eliminates old data that can expose you to hacking and spying.

How do I turn off Incognito Mode?

The Incognito Mode feature in Chrome and other browsers erases local traces of browsing (searches, cookies, site data, details filled in forms) so that your activity is not visible to others using the same computer. This is an excellent privacy tool when sharing a laptop or mobile device with family members or coworkers.

However, it is important to note that incognito mode does not protect against cyberattacks like phishing or malware. In addition, other users on the same computer can still view your activity if they have access to the user account with which you have your browser configured or the default browser for that operating system.

To disable Incognito Mode on Chrome, click the button and select “New Incognito window”. On Android, tap the icon that looks like a mask between the Tabs and Synced Tabs icons.