What is Private/Incognito Mode?
- A browser mode that doesn’t save your browsing history, cookies, or login information after you close the session.
For Windows Users (Chrome/Edge)
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Open Private/Incognito Mode:
- In Chrome, press
Ctrl + Shift + N
. - In Edge, press
Ctrl + Shift + P
.
- In Chrome, press
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Use for Sensitive Browsing:
- Enter private mode to log in to personal accounts on shared computers or browse without saving history.
For Mac Users (Safari/Chrome)
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Open Private Mode:
- In Safari, click File > New Private Window.
- In Chrome, press
Command + Shift + N
.
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Verify Privacy Settings:
- Private mode only hides activity from your device, not your network or ISP. Use a VPN for full privacy.