It’s okay to want to keep your search history safe from Google. Google has been in the data-security news section quite a lot, and not always in a good way. People are learning to be wary of how data is used by Google, from leaking its products to leaking customer data and even collecting the personal information of people who use Google apps. Show
Even if you don’t own an Android phone, you probably use three or four of Google’s services each day, so the company knows a lot about you. Your harvested information can include your work commute and shopping habits, even if you used the service offline. This privacy database doesn’t mean Google is trying to stalk you personally, as the information is stored anonymously, but it is attached to you. The process allows advertisers to understand demographics better and determine your interests to target ads. If you’ve been looking at something you shouldn’t, doing things for work, or don’t want sites to extract your private information, there are ways to delete the Google history stored on your devices. Use a Web Browser to Delete Google Search History in MyActivityNote that deleting search history removes it from your Google account and not just for specific devices. Therefore, deleting any history deletes it from all devices. Follow the steps below to delete Google history using your iPhone, Android phone, tablet, MacBook, Chromebook, desktop PC, or laptop.
Using the above steps allows you to quickly delete your Google search history using specific dates and keywords if desired. Upon completing the above-listed steps, all Google search history gets deleted from the devices associated with that account. Clear ALL Google Search History Entirely using Google ChromeIf you want a quick and easy way to bulk-delete all Google search history, plus optionally remove all browsing history, saved passwords, cache, and cookies on Chrome, the steps below cover it all.
The above steps delete all Google history (including search history) you selected during the removal process. On your Android device, open Google Chrome and follow these steps:
Note: You can also tap the X next to each web page to delete your searches individually. All of your Google history, including search history, disappears after performing the above steps. Therefore, ensure you have saved any sites, data, and other personal information elsewhere. Clear Google History on an iPhoneFor iPhone users, open Google history and follow these steps to clear your history:
All of your Chrome browsing history on your iPhone is now deleted, including Google search history. Set Up Auto-Delete for Google History DataGoogle does offer an option to dump your data automatically. If you prefer to keep some data, it’s best to avoid this function. However, if you feel like automatically deleting your Google search data, follow these steps to set up the auto-delete feature:
Now, Google will routinely autodelete your search history based on your set duration. Google History Deletion FAQsI want to save my passwords but delete everything else. How can I do this?If you’re deleting all of your Google data, it is possible to de-select the option under “Clear Browsing Data” for clearing passwords. But, if you want more security, you can use a browser extension such as Last Pass to store all of your passwords in a secure location. Like Google or Chrome, Last Pass can auto-fill your passwords by storing these passwords for you. Can I permanently close my Google account?Yes. If you’re no longer interested in using your current Google account, you can permanently delete it. We do have an article here that explains the entire process. If you visit the Google Account webpage, you can click on the option to download all of your data and delete your entire Google account and everything that goes with it. Remember that performing this action will completely wipe out all your Google-related information. This process includes losing all Google Docs, emails, contacts, etc. If you’re using an Android device, you’ll need to create or use another Google account to access many features and backup your device.
Disclaimer: Some pages on this site may include an affiliate link. This does not effect our editorial in any way. Send To SomeoneMissing DeviceHow do I clear my browsing history on my Samsung tablet?Clear browsing history in Samsung Internet. 1 Navigate to and open the Internet app, and then tap Menu (the three horizontal lines) in the lower right-hand corner.. 2 Tap Settings , and then tap Privacy. .. 3 Tap Clear browsing data, and then check off your preferred settings. ... . 4 Tap Clear data.. How do I delete recent searches on Google?In the Google settings page, tap Search. Now under Privacy & accounts, look for the “Show recent searches” setting and uncheck the box next to it. That's all! You should no longer see recent Google searches on your Android device.
Why can't I delete my search history?Turn off Content & Privacy Restrictions
Safari's Clear History and Website Data button is grayed out when restrictions are turned on. You can edit the Content & Privacy Restrictions from your Screen Time settings, you may need to use a Screen Time passcode to do this, if you have one.
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