Clear the Firefox web browser history on a Mac computer to prevent others from seeing what websites you've visited. Keep reading to learn how to clear browser history!
So you're at work and you've been searching for a new job. Or maybe you've been doing some online shopping during your downtime at work. Whatever the case, it's a good idea to clear the history on your web browser when using a work computer. Erasing the browsing history will prevent others from seeing what websites you've visited - always a good thing at the office, where some employers get upset if you as much as check your personal email account while on the job. Keep reading to learn how to clear the browser history for anyone using Firefox on a Mac computer.
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Difficulty:
Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
An Apple (Mac) Computer
Firefox Web Browser
A Desire to Clear the Browser History on Your Computer
Begin by opening the Firefox web browser on your computer. Double click on the desktop icon, just as if you were browsing the internet or logging on to check your email.
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Once the Firefox web browser is open, you'll need to clear the browsing history. You can start the process of erasing the browsing history on your computer by looking at the top of the screen. You will see several menu items. Click on "Tools."
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When you click on "Tools," a drop-down menu will appear. Move your mouse down to "Clear Private Data" and click.
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Next, a dialogue box will appear. You can select what items you want to clear from your Firefox web browser. You'll want to select "Browsing History," "Download History," "Saved Form and Search History," "Cache," and "Authenticated Sessions." Then click "Clear Private Data Now."
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Congratulations! You've cleared the browsing history for Firefox on your Apple computer. Clear the browsing history on your web browser on a regular basis. You should do this at the end of the work day, shortly before you leave the office or before leaving your desk for an extended period of time.
