Is there an incognito mode for Safari on Mac?

Answered by Michael Wilson

There is an incognito mode for Safari on Mac. It is called “Private Browsing” in Safari.

To enable this mode, you can follow these steps:

1. Open Safari on your Mac.
2. From the top menu bar, select “File”.
3. In the drop-down menu, choose “New Private Window”. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Shift + Command + N.

By selecting “New Private Window” or using the keyboard shortcut, Safari will open a new window with Private Browsing enabled.

Private Browsing mode in Safari helps protect your privacy by not saving your browsing history, search history, or any information entered in forms. It also prevents websites from tracking your online activities.

While in Private Browsing mode, Safari will display a dark address bar and a dark theme to indicate that you are browsing privately. You can use this window to browse websites without leaving any traces on your computer.

It’s important to note that Private Browsing mode only affects the Safari browser on your Mac. It does not make you completely anonymous online, as your internet service provider, websites you visit, and other parties may still be able to track your activities.

Additionally, any files you download or bookmarks you create while in Private Browsing mode will still be saved on your computer. So, if you want to keep your downloads or bookmarks private as well, make sure to clear them after you finish browsing in Private mode.

Enabling Private Browsing mode in Safari on your Mac is a simple process that helps protect your privacy by not saving your browsing history and preventing websites from tracking your online activities.