How do I Find the Internet History If the Browsing History Has Been Deleted?

Learn how to recover your Internet history in less than a minute.

Not being able to find your Internet history can be a frustrating situation. Many employers, schools and parents monitor the Internet browsing history. However, if it has been deleted, they cannot find the information as easily. Locating this deleted information is a relatively simple process and takes less than a minute for both Windows and Mac users.

Instructions

Windows

1. Click "Start," then "All Programs," "Accessories," "System Tools" and "Disk Cleanup."

2. Click "My Files" then "(C:)" file from the drop-down box.

3. Left-click "Temporary Internet Files and Downloaded Files," "View Files."

Mac

1. Double-click "Time Machine" icon on your desktop and click "Set Up Time Machine."

2. Click the "Off" button and change it to "On." This backs up your current system.

3. Double-click your Safari browser icon.

4. Left-click "File," "Preferences," "Security."

5. Left-click "Show Cookies" to view the deleted history.

References

• Apple: Mac 101: Time Machine
• AumHa: Recovering Deleted Files After You Have Emptied the Recycle Bin

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Read this Article in UK English