What is how to go incognito on mac?

To browse incognito on a Mac, you'll typically use a feature called "Private Browsing" in your web browser. Here's how to do it for some popular browsers:

  • Safari:

    • Go to the "File" menu in the menu bar.
    • Select "New Private Window". This opens a new window where your browsing history, search history, and cookies are not saved. See more information about Safari%20Private%20Browsing.
  • Chrome:

    • Click the three vertical dots (Customize and control Google Chrome) in the top-right corner of the window.
    • Select "New Incognito Window". A new window will open with a dark theme, indicating that you are in Incognito mode. Find more information about Chrome%20Incognito%20Mode.
    • Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut: Command + Shift + N.
  • Firefox:

    • Click the three horizontal lines (Open menu) in the top-right corner of the window.
    • Select "New Private Window". A new window with a purple mask icon will open, indicating that you are in Private Browsing mode. All details can be found on Firefox%20Private%20Browsing

Important Considerations:

  • What Incognito/Private Browsing Does: It primarily prevents your browser from saving your browsing history, search history, cookies, and temporary files related to your browsing session. This means that after you close the incognito window, these traces will not be stored on your computer.

  • What Incognito/Private Browsing Does NOT Do: It does not make you completely anonymous online. Your internet service provider (ISP), employer (if using a work network), and the websites you visit can still track your activity. It also doesn't protect you from keyloggers or malware installed on your computer. VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) can provide an additional layer of privacy by masking your IP address.