How do I delete incognito history?

Answered by John Hunt

To delete incognito history on an Android device, you can follow these steps:

1. Launch the Chrome browser: Open the app drawer on your Android device and look for the Chrome icon. Tap on it to open the browser.

2. Access the menu: In the top-right corner of the browser, you’ll find three vertical dots. Tap on them to open the menu.

3. Go to History: From the menu, select “History.” This will take you to a list of all your browsing history, including the incognito tabs.

4. Clear browsing data: On the history page, you’ll see an option to “Clear browsing data.” Tap on it to proceed.

5. Choose the time range: You’ll be presented with different time range options like “Last hour,” “Last 24 hours,” “Last 7 days,” or “All time.” Select the appropriate time range based on the history you want to delete.

6. Select data types: On the same page, you’ll see checkboxes next to different data types like browsing history, cookies, cached images, and files. Select the data types you want to delete. If you only want to delete the incognito history, make sure the browsing history checkbox is selected.

7. Clear data: Once you have selected the time range and data types, tap on the “Clear data” button to delete the selected history.

8. Confirm the action: A confirmation prompt will appear, asking if you are sure you want to delete the data. Tap on “Clear” to confirm and proceed with the deletion.

9. Close Chrome: After clearing the history, it’s a good practice to completely close the Chrome browser. You can do this by swiping it away from the recent apps screen or tapping the square or recent apps button on your device and then swiping Chrome off the screen.

By following these steps, you will be able to delete your incognito history on your Android device. It’s important to note that this process only applies to the Chrome browser. Other browsers may have different methods for clearing history. Additionally, clearing your browsing history only removes it from your device, not from any servers or other devices where the information may have been stored.

Remember, using incognito mode can help protect your privacy, but it’s not foolproof. It won’t hide your browsing activity from your internet service provider or the websites you visit, and it won’t prevent others who have access to your device from seeing your activity. If you need a higher level of privacy, consider using a virtual private network (VPN) or other privacy-focused tools.