How to Hide Internet Search History

A web browser can be set to keep private a user's Internet history.

When surfing the Internet, the web browser stores some of the information on visited websites as history files. Web browsers store these files to enhance the browsing experience. However, history files can expose sensitive private information. Fix this problem by enabling "Private Browsing." This feature prevents history files from being saved as a user views websites. Private Browsing is available with Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Internet Explorer web browsers.

Instructions

Mozilla Firefox

1. Open the Mozilla Firefox browser.

2. Click "Tools" at the top of the screen.

3. Select "Start Private Browsing."

Google Chrome

1. Open the Google Chrome browser.

2. Click the wrench icon on the upper-right side of the screen.

3. Select "New Incognito Window."

Internet Explorer

1. Open the Internet Explorer browser.

2. Click "Tools" at the top of the screen.

3. Select "InPrivate Browsing."

References

• Microsoft: InPrivate Browsing
• Mozilla Firefox: Private Browsing
• Google Chrome: Incognito Mode

Resources

• Google: Delete Past Searches