Do I want private browsing on or off on my iPhone? I’m new at this.

Do I want private browsing on or off on my phone. I’m new at this.

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 8, 2023 10:00 PM

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Posted on Jun 9, 2023 08:25 AM

I would only turn on Private Browsing if I wanted the following to happen (from: Turn Private Browsing on or off on your iPhone - Apple Support ):

Normally I wouldn't want any of that as it makes browsing more difficult for me.


When you use Private Browsing, the details of your browsing aren't saved, and the websites you visit aren't shared with your other devices. Safari won't remember the pages you visit, your search history, or your AutoFill information.




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Jun 9, 2023 08:25 AM in response to Tripalsowcow

I would only turn on Private Browsing if I wanted the following to happen (from: Turn Private Browsing on or off on your iPhone - Apple Support ):

Normally I wouldn't want any of that as it makes browsing more difficult for me.


When you use Private Browsing, the details of your browsing aren't saved, and the websites you visit aren't shared with your other devices. Safari won't remember the pages you visit, your search history, or your AutoFill information.




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