How to Clear Browser Search History in Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer saves all of the web addresses (URLs) you click on a webpage or enter into the search bar. This includes names of websites, pictures opened and any files accessed through Internet Explorer directly. While this information will usually delete itself after a while (provided you don't visit or open the same things frequently), Internet Explorer allows you to manually delete the browser search history. Depending on which version of IE you're using, the process will vary slightly.

Instructions

IE7

1. Click the "Start" button in the Windows taskbar. Click "Control Panel."

2. Click "Network and Internet." Click "Internet Options."

3. Click the "General" tab. Click the "Delete" button under the Browsing History section. Click "Delete history" under the History section. Click "Yes" when asked to confirm the deletion.

4. Click "Close" and "OK."

IE8

1. Launch Internet Explorer 8.

2. Click the "Safety" button. Click "Delete Browsing History." A list of history-related options will be displayed.

3. Select "History" and "Temporary Internet Files." Deselect the other options. Click "Delete."

References

• Microsoft: Clear the history of websites you've visited