Is private browsing the same as being anonymous?

Short answer: Private browsing mainly limits what the browser keeps locally after the session ends.

Try these steps

  1. Use a private window when you want a separate sign-in session or less local browsing history.
  2. Understand that websites and network operators may still observe activity.
  3. Close every private window when finished, especially on a shared device.

When to ask for help

Downloaded files and saved bookmarks can remain. Private browsing does not make a suspicious website safe.

Learn more

Learn more: read this article — Understand private browsing. Menu names and available features can vary by device, software version and account type.

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