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How to clear Safari browsing history on iPhone and iPad

Clear Safari browsing history on iPhone and iPad in a few simple steps

iPhone screen showing the Safari app icon in the center

You'll definitely want to know how to clear Safari browsing history on iPhone and iPad . Know how to delete browsing history is part of basic user operation on all your devices, and is especially if you share devices with others.

Luckily, deleting browsing history on Safari is easy and can be done in just a few taps, and is the same on iOS and iPadOS, so whether you're using an iPhone 15 Pro or an iPad Air , these steps will apply.

Remember, though, that deleting your browsing history only stops your activity being visible on that device. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) will still be able to see the webpages you have visited. If you want to stop that, for ultimate privacy, you'll need to use one of the best VPN services .

The following screenshots were taken on an iPhone running iOS 17 . If you aren't running the latest version of your device's OS, we can show you how to update an iPhone or how to update an iPad .

In Safari, tap the book icon
Go to the history tab (clock)
Select how far back to clear

Read on to see full illustrated instructions.

1. In Safari, tap the book icon

A screenshot showing how to delete browsing history on Safari for iPhone and iPad.

Firstly, open Safari and tap the book icon in the bottom bar.

2. Select the history tab (clock icon) and tap Clear

Now select the history tab (clock icon) and tap Clear at the bottom.

3. Select how far back to clear and tap Delete

Now choose how far back you'd like to delete : last hour, today, today and yesterday, or all time.

If you like, you can toggle on Close All Tabs , which will close every open tab that isn't in a tab group (we can show you how to use tab groups if you aren't sure).

Finally, when you're happy, hit Delete .

A screenshot showing empty browsing history on Safari for iPhone

As you can see in the screenshot above, if you now go back to the history tab, your history will have been deleted.

For more iPhone tutorials, check out our guides on how to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone , how to clear RAM on iPhone , how to delete multiple contacts on iPhone and how to rearrange the iOS 17 Messages '+' menu .

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How to delete Safari on MacOS and iOS

Apple-based devices ship with the Safari web browser preinstalled on them. Rather than just blithely accept it, some users prefer to get rid of Safari and start afresh. If you’re one of them, read on and we’ll tell you exactly how to delete Safari on MacOS and iOS. Be warned though, it’s not an easy process because of the way Apple builds Safari into the operating system.

Although Safari works fine as a browser, you may have a preference for a different, more secure browser. Perhaps one that offers more customization options or that doesn’t track you by default.

Why you may struggle to fully delete Safari from a Mac

Macintosh computers make use of a technology called System Integrity Protection (SIP) that makes fully deleting Safari difficult. SIP appeared initially in MacOS X El Capitan (version 10.11). SIP limits the ability to make changes to the root account on the Mac, all in an effort to protect the Mac from potential hackers and malware.

This technology also greatly complicates the process of making edits to or deleting certain macOS files, including some files related to Safari.

If you want to fully delete Safari on a Macintosh computer, you will have to turn off SIP temporarily. This can be a challenging process. We will lay out the steps to follow for this process, but keep in mind that it is not necessarily a process that novices will want to tackle. Making an error with these types of files could damage the computer significantly.

How to delete Safari on your Macbook

We will lay out the steps required to completely uninstall Safari. However, this involves making use of the Terminal window, which is a text-based command window, and turning off SIP. You also will need administrative access on the Mac to perform this step.

Users without experience with Terminal or who are nervous about making these kinds of changes to the system may want to skip ahead for advice on blocking or hiding Safari without completely deleting it.

Open Terminal in Recovery Mode

Start the Mac in Recovery mode when you turn on the computer. Immediately press and hold the Command key followed by the R key during bootup. Release the keys when you see an Apple icon or a startup screen appear on the display. You may have to enter an administrator password to continue.

In the Utilities menu, select and launch Terminal.

Disable SIP

In the Terminal window, type csrutil disable and hit the Return key . Restart the computer in normal mode.

Delete Safari

After the computer restarts, open Terminal again. Start by clicking on the Finder icon. Open the Applications folder, followed by the Utilities folder. Double-click on the Terminal icon.

At the prompt, type sudo mount -uw /system/applications at the prompt and press the Return key . This command allows you to edit files in the Applications folder. You may need to enter an administrator password.

At the prompt, type cd /applications/ and press the Return key . The prompt should change to show that you are working in the Applications folder.

Then type sudo rm -r safari.app and press the Return key . This should delete the Safari browser app.

You then will want to re-enable SIP as quickly as possible. If you leave SIP disabled and if you do not have antivirus protection installed, you could leave your Mac’s system files open to hacking . Even though some people believe Mac computers do not need antivirus protection because they are not susceptible to viruses, this is not true. Macs need antivirus protection .

To re-enable SIP, start the Mac in Recovery mode, as we discussed earlier. Open the Terminal window from the Utilities menu again.

At the prompt, type csrutil enable and press the Return key . Restart the computer normally.

Options other than deleting Safari on a Mac

If you don’t feel comfortable deleting Safari because of having to work with system files, you can take a few other steps to minimize Safari’s impact on your Mac.

Block Safari

Mac has a built-in feature called Screen Time that will limit the performance of apps on the Mac. You can use Screen Time to block Safari by not allowing anyone to use it.

Click the Apple menu, followed by System Preferences . Then click on Screen Time . Click Options , followed by Turn On . Click on the Content & Privacy Restrictions tab, and then select Apps . Remove the check mark from the box next to Safari and save your choices.

Deleting Safari-related files in an older MacOS

If you are using a Macintosh operating system that’s older than OS X El Capitan , which is when SIP began appearing, you can attempt to delete most of the files associated with Safari manually. This doesn’t completely delete every Safari-related file, however.

Click on Finder and delete any Safari-associated files from the following folders (while replacing [your-name] with the personalized name associated with your Mac):

/users/[your-name]/library/
/users/[your-name]/library/address book plug-ins/
/users/[your-name]/library/application support/crash report/
/users/[your-name]/library/application support/crashreporter/
/users/[your-name]/library/caches/
/users/[your-name]/library/preferences/
/users/[your-name]/library/saved application state/

You may want to empty the trash can or recycle bin to complete the process. You can place the Safari shortcut icon into the trash can or recycle bin too.

Use third-party software to delete Safari from a Mac

As another option, you can make use of third-party software to delete apps that Apple builds into the Mac, such as Safari. You may have to purchase the third-party software, but it can delete the apps faster than what you may be able to do on your own. Some uninstaller apps for Mac include:

How to disable Safari from mobile iOS devices

The Safari app is built into the iOS on an iPad or iPhone as well, and you cannot completely remove it. You don’t have the option of editing system files on the iOS mobile device without jailbreaking, which is beyond the scope of this article.

You can hide Safari from view (or disable it) and remove the data associated with it on the iPhone, though. These steps then will make it difficult for someone else to access your data related to Safari. These steps also should free up some storage space on your mobile device.

Delete your browsing history

Before hiding/disabling Safari, you should remove your saved settings within the app, including removing any of your search history and login data.

On the iOS mobile device, tap Settings . Scroll down and tap Safari . On the next screen, tap Clear History and Website Data . You have to verify your choice by tapping the Clear History and Data button that appears on the bottom of the screen.

Use Screen Time to disable Safari

As we described earlier with hiding Safari on a Mac, you can use Screen Time on the iPhone or iPad to disable Safari.

Tap Settings and then tap Screen Time . On the next screen, tap Content & Privacy Restrictions . On the following screen, slide the Content & Privacy Restrictions button to the right to make it green. Then tap on Allowed Apps .

On the next screen, scroll down until you see Safari. Slide the button next to Safari to the left to remove the green color.

This will remove the Safari icon from the display screen for mobile device, making it inaccessible.

If you ever want to make the Safari icon visible again and to begin using it again, follow the same steps listed in this section, but move the slider button next to Safari to the right to make it green again.

Deleting Safari FAQs

What are some options to replace the safari browser.

Some potential web browser alternatives you can use on Apple devices instead of Safari include:

DuckDuckGo (iOS mobile version only)
Google Chrome
Microsoft Edge

If privacy is important to you, we’d recommend opting for either DuckDuckGo or Brave. Avoid Microsoft Edge as it includes un-removable trackers that share device information and browsing data.

What will I lose if I uninstall Safari?

If you have passwords and bookmarks saved as part of your Safari installation, you would lose this information. If you installed extensions as part of Safari, you would lose these too. Make sure to make a note of login credentials before removing Safari.

Should I uninstall Safari from Windows?

There’s no need, because Apple no longer supports a version of the Safari web browser for Windows, Linux, or other operating systems. Safari only is available for MacOS and iOS. Apple has not made a Windows version of Safari for a decade, so, unless you have an extremely old Windows computer, you will have no opportunity to delete Safari.

If I decide to keep Safari, how can I make it safer?

Although Safari offers a Private Mode, which prevents tracking cookies and other identifiers being stored on the browser. The safest way to operate is to use Private mode in combination with a VPN that works with Safari . The VPN will encrypt the data going back and forth through the Safari browser, making your browsing session much safer. Select a VPN that has an app designed specifically to work with the MacOS and iOS for the best results.

How to Delete Safari From Your iPhone

Safari is one of those apps that can't be permanently removed, but that doesn't mean you're out of options.

Key Takeaways

Remove Safari from your iPhone's Home Screen by long-pressing the app icon and choosing "Remove App." It will be hidden in the App Library, but you can access it by simply searching for Safari.
Block Safari completely by going to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions, enable it, and then toggle off Safari under Allowed Apps.
When you disable Safari, web ;links will be redirected incorrectly. To solve this, replace Safari with an alternative and make it your default browser in Settings. Remember, you can't permanently delete Safari from your iPhone.

Safari is one of those pre-installed Apple apps that can't be permanently removed from your iPhone. However, you still have two options if you really wish to "delete" it.

You can remove the app from your Home Screen so it's buried in the App Library or use Content and Privacy Restrictions to block the app. So, let's look at how to "delete" Safari from your iPhone. If you're an iPad user, feel free to follow the same steps.

How to Remove Safari From Your iPhone's Home Screen

The first method will suit you best if you still want to use Safari occasionally but don't like its app icon taking up space on your Home Screen. To remove Safari from your sight, follow these steps:

On the Home Screen , long-press the Safari app icon.
Tap Remove App from the context menu.
Choose Remove from Home Screen when you get a pop-up.

Safari will now disappear from your iPhone's Home Screen. It's now hidden in the App Library. So, if you do wish to use Safari again, simply swipe left on your last Home Screen page to reach the App Library . Type Safari in the Search field to bring it up.

To continue decluttering your Home Screen of stock iPhone apps, here's a list of pre-installed iPhone apps you can and can't delete .

How to Block Safari on Your iPhone Using Screen Time

The second method will fit your needs more if you don't want to use Safari at all. This will remove Safari from both your iPhone's Home Screen and App Library, as well as prevent your iPhone from opening Safari at any point in the future.

Follow these steps to disable Safari on your iPhone:

Close the Safari app on your iPhone if it's open or running in the background.
Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions .
Toggle on Content & Privacy Restrictions .
Tap Allowed Apps , enter your Screen Time passcode if prompted, and toggle off Safari .

If you don't know your Screen Time passcode, you can reset it in Settings > Screen Time > Change Screen Time Passcode > Forgot Passcode . Enter your Apple ID, password, and a new Screen Time passcode. But if you didn't set up your Apple ID with the Screen Time passcode, your only option is to factory reset your iPhone , which will erase all data on your iPhone, including that passcode.

Once you've successfully blocked Safari using Screen Time, you won't be able to find and use Safari until you repeat the settings above and toggle on Safari again.

However, after you disable Safari using this method, you might notice that any website links you want to open are all redirected to a wrong, random app. For example, I found that my iPhone kept attempting to open article links in travel apps, which can't load webpages at all.

To solve this, you need to download another browser app from the App Store. There are many privacy-focused smartphone browsers worth checking out if you aren't satisfied with Safari's offering. Once you install your desired browser, change your iPhone's default browser to make sure web links open in it rather than a random app.

Getting Rid of Safari From Your iPhone

Although Safari is the default browser on Apple devices, there's no reason not to opt for alternative browsers if you prefer a different browsing experience. But if you don't use Safari, there's no way to delete it even if you want to free up some space on your iPhone.

At the moment, the only two methods to "delete" Safari from your iPhone are removing it from your Home Screen so that it's out of sight and in the App Library or disabling it using your Screen Time settings.

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How to clear Safari’s cache and cookies on Mac

There are a handful of situations when clearing Safari’s cookies or cache–one of the places where Safari stores website data to avoid having to download it afresh each time you access a site–can help improve your browsing experience.

The first is when websites simply stop working when you access them on Safari. Perhaps Facebook stops updating with new posts, for example, or the images on a site don’t appear as they should. If this happens, it’s likely the cache has become corrupted.

Alternatively, if you find that personal info automatically completed on sites isn’t correct, deleting cookies can help. These are small files that sites use to save data about you and what you do on the site.

Even if none of these problems affect you, periodically cleaning browser data can help protect your privacy from snoops who want to discover what you’ve been up to online. In this article, therefore, we explain how to clear Safari’s cache and cookies on Mac.

We also have an article that explains How to clear cache on a Mac.

How to clear Safari cookies and cache for websites

Cleaning cookies and the cache data for individual sites can be done via Safari’s Settings/Preferences.

Open Safari
Click on Safari in the menu at the top of the screen.
Click on Settings or Preferences (depending on the version of macOS you are running).
Go to the Privacy tab.
Click on Manage Website Data…
Choose Remove All or select websites individually to remove.

After the data is loaded you’ll probably see a long list of websites. You can choose to Remove All or just select individual websites you want to remove from this list. If you want to select a number of different sites you can click on one and then press and hold the Command key to select a second, third or fourth and so on. We recommend that you don’t select hundreds this way – it’s better to delete in batches just in case you have to start over.

If you would prefer to select all and then deselect the ones you want to keep you can do so. Use Command + A to select all, then press and hold Command while clicking on any website you are happy to keep in this list. Just click Remove afterwards, not Done, as that will just undo all your hard work.

There’s a search field you can use to track down individual sites.

Bear in mind that deleting cookies might remove autocompleted login usernames and passwords for sites, and will almost certainly log you out of that site if you’ve configured it to automatically log in each time you visit.

How to clear Safari cache

The hidden Safari Developer menu can be used to clear just the cache, leaving cookies and the browser history in place. This is a very useful diagnostic step to take before removing those two items if a website behaves badly.

If you just want to clear all your cache you can do so by following these steps:

Open Safari.
Click on Safari in menu bar at top of screen.
Click on Settings/Preferences (depending on the version of macOS you are running).
Click on the Advanced tab.
Check the box beside Show Develop Menu in Menu Bar.
Now there will be a new Develop tab in the menu at the top of your screen. Click on this.
Click on Empty Caches.

Alternatively click on Option/Alt + Command + E.

Close any open Safari windows and select Empty Caches on the Develop menu. Then click File > New Window to start Safari with a clean cache.

How to remove autocomplete data from AutoFill

Safari’s AutoFill tool can fill in username and password details on websites as well as credit card details and other elements like your address and email details.

This can be really useful, but it can also be annoying if the data it fills in is incorrect or out of context. It’s also a problem when AutoFill helpfully enters old or incorrect passwords or emails and addresses.

You can change this data, or delete it by following these steps:

Click on Safari.
Click on Settings/Preferences.
Choose the AutoFill tab.
Here you can edit contact information, usernames and passwords, credit cards and other data. Click on Edit beside the category you want access to.
You’ll need to enter your password or use Touch ID to gain access.

Delete incorrect data: If you are finding that Safari is autofilling incorrect data about you–your address, for example–click Edit beside Using information from my contacts. This will open up your Contacts app. Your card will be at the top or under My Card. You can add and amend data about you here.

Delete incorrect passwords and site logins: If you wanted to delete incorrect passwords, for example, you can just click on the Passwords tab. If you know which password you want to remove search for the website or service and then find the older password option (if there is more than one) and select it and then click on the – below the column to remove it. You can then select Delete Password. If that means there is no password saved for that website, you can then recreate the entry for the site by clicking the Add button. You’ll first need to provide the URL of the site (that is, something like https://facebook.com ), and then type the username and password alongside (hit the Tab key to move from field to field).

See: How to autofill passwords, bank cards, names and addresses for more.

Delete logins and passwords system-wide

Pruning site logins can also be done via the Keychain Access app, which you’ll find in the Utilities folder of the Applications list in Finder, although you should be very careful using this app because it pretty much controls the entire security operation of your Mac! However, by removing errant username and password entries here you’ll stop virtually all of your Mac apps using them, and not just Safari.

Just type the name of the site into the Search field, and look in the list of results for entries of the kind Web Form Password. Right-click the entry and select Delete.

If you want to delete your Chrome or Firefox cache, cookies or browsing history read: How to delete your Mac browsing history . For alternative web browsers take a look at: Best web browser for Mac.

How to Remove Safari from iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide

Removing Safari from your iPhone might sound like a daunting task, but it’s actually quite simple. In just a few steps, you can free up some space and customize your iPhone to better suit your needs. Ready to dive in? Let’s get started.

Step by Step Tutorial: How to Remove Safari from iPhone

Before we begin, it’s important to understand that removing Safari from your iPhone won’t delete your browsing history or bookmarks. Those will still be available if you decide to reinstall the app later on.

Step 1: Tap and hold the Safari icon

Tap and hold the Safari icon on your home screen until it starts to jiggle. This indicates that you’re in the editing mode where you can remove apps.

When you tap and hold the Safari app, all the apps on the screen will start to jiggle. This is the signal that you can move them around or delete them. You’ll also notice an “X” on the top left corner of the app icons that can be deleted.

Step 2: Tap the ‘X’ on the Safari icon

Once the apps are jiggling, tap the ‘X’ on the Safari icon to initiate the removal process.

After you tap the ‘X’, a confirmation pop-up will appear, asking if you’re sure you want to delete Safari. This is to prevent you from accidentally removing important apps.

Step 3: Confirm the removal

Confirm that you want to remove Safari by tapping ‘Delete’ in the pop-up window.

After you confirm the removal, Safari will be deleted from your iPhone. Don’t worry, you can always reinstall it from the App Store if you change your mind later.

After completing these steps, Safari will no longer be available on your iPhone. Keep in mind that you can always reinstall it from the App Store if needed.

Tips: Making the Most Out of Removing Safari from iPhone

Removing Safari can help you limit web browsing and increase productivity.
You can set another web browser as your default after removing Safari.
Remember that deleting Safari doesn’t clear your web data; you need to do that manually in Settings.
If you have Screen Time set up, you can restrict access to Safari instead of removing it entirely.
Reinstalling Safari is as simple as searching for it in the App Store and tapping ‘Install’.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i permanently delete safari from my iphone.

No, Safari is a built-in app and cannot be permanently removed. However, you can delete it from your home screen and reinstall it later if needed.

Safari is a core part of iOS, and like other core apps, it can’t be fully deleted from your device. What you’re doing by following the above steps is essentially hiding it from your home screen and disabling it.

Will removing Safari delete my bookmarks and history?

No, your bookmarks and browsing history are not deleted when you remove Safari from your home screen.

Your bookmarks and history are tied to your iCloud account if you have iCloud Safari syncing turned on. This means they’ll be waiting for you if you ever choose to reinstall Safari.

What if I change my mind after deleting Safari?

You can easily reinstall Safari by finding it in the App Store and tapping ‘Install’.

Reinstalling Safari is just like downloading any other app. Once it’s back on your home screen, all your data will still be there if you had iCloud syncing on.

Can I set another browser as my default on iPhone?

Yes, with iOS 14 and later, you can set another browser as the default on your iPhone.

To do this, download the browser you want to use from the App Store, go to the Settings app, find the browser’s settings, and select ‘Default Browser App’ to make the switch.

Is it possible to restrict access to Safari without deleting it?

Yes, you can use the Screen Time feature to restrict access to Safari.

If you’re looking to limit your or someone else’s Safari usage, Screen Time allows you to set time limits and other restrictions without having to remove the app.

Tap and hold the Safari icon until it jiggles.
Tap the ‘X’ on the Safari icon.
Confirm the removal by tapping ‘Delete’.

Removing Safari from your iPhone is a straightforward process that can be done in just a few taps. Whether you’re looking to declutter your home screen, limit your web browsing, or simply try out a different browser, deleting Safari can be a useful step. Just remember, your browsing data stays safe and sound, waiting for you if you ever decide to bring Safari back into the fold. Plus, with the ability to set a different browser as your default, you have the flexibility to customize your iPhone experience to your liking. And if you ever feel the need to restrict Safari access without removing it, Screen Time has got you covered. So go ahead, give your iPhone a little makeover, and enjoy the extra space and freedom that comes with removing Safari.

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How to clear browsing history on Safari on iPhone or Mac

You can clear your Safari browsing history on both iOS and Mac

As tracking goes, Safari keeping your browsing history is less about privacy-busting security and more about just being useful. It's your history that means Safari remembers where to go to when you choose forward and back within a site, for instance.

It's also how Safari is able to offer you a list of sites that you regularly go to, on account of how handy it is to be able to back to them with a click. History also does keep things you may not expect, though, such as a list of items you've downloaded.

If you don't want that, though, or you're just fed up of Safari going to site addresses you haven't looked at in years, you can wipe the whole browsing history.

On a Mac, you can also wipe, for instance, just the last hour's browsing history. So if you share Safari and it's someone's special birthday coming up, you can avoid them inadvertently finding out you plan to surprise them with dance lessons.

Go to History, Clear History, and then choose how far back you want your browsing cleared

How to clear search history on Safari on Mac

In Safari, choose the History menu
Select Clear History from the very bottom of the menu
In the dialog box that appears, choose from clearing the last hour , today , today and yesterday , or all history
Click on Clear History

Alternatively, within Safari you can press Command-Y and the current page will be replaced by a history list. There's a Clear History... button toward the top right.

Clicking on that gives you exactly the same dialog about choosing how far back you want to clear your browsing history. But this page does also give you one extra option — the ability to delete one specific item.

How to clear one item from Safari search history on Mac

In Safari, press Command-Y
From the long list, click once on a history item to select it
Right-click to bring up a menu, then choose Delete

Alternatively, if you select one, two, or more items in the history list, you can then press the Delete key to remove them all.

You can remove your takeaway habits from Safari, we're not judging you.

That kind of precision removal is only possible on your Mac, not on iOS . However, whether it's precision or wholesale clearing of your history, though, there is a way to replicate it on iOS.

If you have set iCloud to share your Safari history, then just doing this on your Mac also removes the history from your iPhone, and iPad.

Otherwise, you're stuck with going to your iOS device. And then with clearing the entire history.

How to clear search history on iPhone

Go to Settings on your iOS device
Tap on Safari
Scroll down to Clear History and Website Data
Tap that, then tap Clear History and Data to confirm

One important thing to note is that you can't selectively remove, say, today's browsing history on the iPhone or iPad . It's all or nothing, with iOS.

Clearing your Safari history is all or nothing on iOS

What you leave behind

Clearing your history like this does remove the list of sites and pages you've visited. It does mean you can't go back to that site you read last Tuesday, not without remembering what it was and going there yourself.

What it doesn't remove, though, is the information that gets used by something like AutoFill. If you have your address, for instance, and you're used to online forms being filled out with it, you've still got that feature.

You've also still got anything you downloaded. It's purely that Safari won't keep the list of downloads.

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You can clear your cache on Safari in just a few steps on a Mac, iPhone, or iPad.
Clearing your cache, as well as history and cookies, can help resolve your device's performance issues.
Clearing your cookies will clear your passwords as well, unless you save them with keychain.

A cache is a store of data. When you visit a website on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad, the Safari browser keeps a snapshot of the pages you view.

If you go back to that website, Safari loads the cached page in an instant, instead of taking the time to retrieve the page from the internet again.

But an overloaded cache can take up storage space and cause your device to run inefficiently — and it could use a periodic clearing.

Here's what you need to know to clear your cache on Safari, as well as your cookies and browsing history.

How to clear Safari cache on Mac

You can either clear just your cache or your cache, history, and cookies.

Clear your cache

1. Click on the Safari tab at the top left of your screen and choose Preferences from the dropdown menu.

2. Click the Advanced tab of the menu that pops up.

3. At the end of the tab, select the Show Develop menu in menu bar box and close the Preferences menu.

4. Click the Develop tab from the Safari menu at the top of the page.

5. Click Empty Caches from the dropdown menu.

Clear your cache, history, and cookies

You may also want to clear your browsing history and cookies in addition to emptying your cache. Here's how to do that.

1. Choose the History tab at the top of your screen.

2. At the very bottom of the dropdown menu, choose Clear History.

3. A box pops up with a choice to clear the last hour, today, today and yesterday, or all history. Choose your time frame and click the Clear History button.

Once you clear the history, it will also clear the cache and cookies associated with that time period.

How to clear Safari cache on iPhone or iPad

To clear your cache and browsing history:

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Tap Safari .

3. Tap Clear History and Website Data .

4. On the screen that pops up, choose Clear History and Data .

To clear your cache but not your browsing history:

3. Tap Advanced .

4. Tap Website Data .

5. Choose Remove All Website Data .

What happens to saved passwords when you clear your cache

When you clear your cache, history, and cookies, you may discover that Safari has logged you out of your favorite websites.

While clearing Safari's cache alone will not delete your passwords, clearing your history and cookies can. That's because when you empty your cookies, you will lose their password data saved in Safari as well. And keep in mind that clearing your history also clears its associated cookies.

Luckily, Apple has a solution to this problem. If you use iCloud, check your iCloud settings on your phone or computer.

Make sure that you've checked the box for Safari. As long as this box is checked, any passwords you save through your browser will stay safe in your keychain .

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Introduction

When it comes to browsing the web on your iPhone, Safari has been the go-to browser for many users. Its seamless integration with iOS and user-friendly interface have made it a popular choice. However, there are instances where you might want to explore alternative browsers or limit access to Safari for various reasons. Whether you're looking to enhance your digital well-being, improve productivity, or simply prefer a different browsing experience, there are several methods to completely remove or restrict Safari from your iPhone.

In this article, we'll delve into the various reasons why you might consider removing Safari from your iPhone and explore multiple methods to achieve this. From disabling Safari to utilizing built-in features like Screen Time and Restrictions, as well as leveraging third-party browsers, we'll cover the step-by-step processes to help you achieve your desired browsing setup on your iPhone.

By understanding the different approaches to removing or limiting Safari, you can tailor your browsing experience to align with your preferences and needs. Whether it's for personal use, parental controls, or workplace restrictions, having the knowledge and tools to manage Safari on your iPhone empowers you to take control of your digital environment.

So, if you're ready to explore the possibilities of customizing your iPhone's browsing capabilities, let's dive into the methods for removing or restricting Safari to suit your specific requirements. Whether you're seeking enhanced productivity, improved focus, or a different browsing experience, the following methods will equip you with the necessary insights to achieve your desired browsing setup on your iPhone.

Why Remove Safari from iPhone

There are several compelling reasons why you might consider removing Safari from your iPhone. Understanding these motivations can help you make an informed decision about customizing your browsing experience to better suit your needs and preferences.

Digital Well-being : In today's digital age, managing screen time and promoting a healthy balance between online and offline activities is increasingly important. By removing Safari, you can limit your access to web browsing, thereby reducing the temptation to spend excessive time online. This can contribute to improved digital well-being and help foster a healthier relationship with technology.

Productivity Enhancement : For individuals seeking to boost their productivity, removing Safari can eliminate potential distractions. By reducing the availability of web browsing on your iPhone, you can create a more focused environment conducive to accomplishing tasks and staying on track with your goals.

Parental Controls : Parents may opt to remove Safari from their children's iPhones to implement stricter parental controls. This can be particularly beneficial for managing and monitoring a child's online activities, ensuring they access age-appropriate content and minimizing the risk of exposure to unsuitable material.

Workplace Restrictions : In professional settings, employers may choose to restrict access to Safari on company-issued iPhones to maintain a secure and focused work environment. By removing Safari or implementing browsing limitations, organizations can mitigate potential security risks and enhance employee productivity during work hours.

Preference for Alternative Browsers : Some users simply prefer alternative browsers that offer different features, customization options, or privacy enhancements. By removing Safari, individuals can exclusively utilize their preferred third-party browser , tailoring their browsing experience to align with their specific preferences and requirements.

By recognizing the diverse reasons for removing Safari from an iPhone, individuals can make informed decisions about managing their digital environment. Whether it's for personal well-being, productivity optimization, parental controls, workplace regulations, or browser preference, the ability to customize the browsing experience on an iPhone empowers users to align their digital habits with their unique needs and priorities.

Method 1: Disable Safari

Disabling Safari on your iPhone is a straightforward method to limit access to the default web browser . Whether you're looking to minimize distractions, enhance productivity, or implement parental controls, disabling Safari can effectively serve these purposes. Here's a step-by-step guide to disable Safari on your iPhone:

Access Settings : Begin by tapping the "Settings" app on your iPhone's home screen. This will open the main settings menu, where you can manage various aspects of your device.

Navigate to Screen Time : Within the Settings menu, locate and tap on "Screen Time." This feature provides insights into your device usage and enables you to set specific restrictions and limits.

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions : Under the Screen Time settings, select "Content & Privacy Restrictions." This section allows you to customize restrictions for various aspects of your iPhone's functionality, including web browsing.

Enable Content & Privacy Restrictions : If Content & Privacy Restrictions are not already enabled, tap "Turn On" to activate this feature. You may be prompted to set a Screen Time passcode if you haven't done so previously.

Select Allowed Apps : Within the Content & Privacy Restrictions menu, tap on "Allowed Apps." This will display a list of apps that can be accessed on your iPhone.

Disable Safari : Locate Safari in the list of allowed apps and toggle the switch to turn it off. Once disabled, Safari will no longer appear on your iPhone's home screen or within folders.

By following these steps, you can effectively disable Safari on your iPhone, limiting access to the default web browser. This method provides a simple yet effective way to manage web browsing capabilities on your device, aligning with your specific needs and preferences.

Whether you're implementing parental controls for a child's device, seeking to enhance your own productivity, or customizing your browsing experience, disabling Safari offers a practical solution to tailor your iPhone's functionality to suit your requirements.

Method 2: Use Screen Time to Limit Safari

Utilizing the Screen Time feature on your iPhone provides a powerful means to manage and regulate various aspects of your device usage, including web browsing capabilities. By leveraging Screen Time, you can set specific restrictions and limits for Safari, effectively controlling the access to the default web browser. This method is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to exercise greater control over their digital habits, promote a healthier balance between online and offline activities, and enhance productivity. Here's a detailed guide on how to use Screen Time to limit Safari on your iPhone:

Access Screen Time : Begin by navigating to the "Settings" app on your iPhone and tapping on "Screen Time." This will open the Screen Time menu, where you can view insights into your device usage and access various controls.

View App Usage : Within the Screen Time menu, tap on "See All Activity" under the "Most Used" section. This allows you to gain insights into your app usage patterns and identify the frequency and duration of Safari usage.

Set App Limits : To limit the usage of Safari, tap on "App Limits" within the Screen Time menu. You can then select "Add Limit" and choose the "Website" category, which includes Safari.

Customize Time Limits : After selecting the "Website" category, you can set specific time limits for Safari usage. This enables you to define the maximum amount of time that can be spent on web browsing within a given timeframe, such as daily or weekly limits.

Confirm and Apply Limits : Once you've customized the time limits for Safari, tap "Add" to confirm and apply the restrictions. Your iPhone will then enforce the specified limits on Safari usage, providing notifications when the allotted time is nearly exhausted.

By utilizing Screen Time to limit Safari, you can effectively regulate and manage web browsing activities on your iPhone. This method empowers users to exercise greater control over their digital habits, promoting a balanced and mindful approach to utilizing the default web browser. Whether it's for personal well-being, parental controls, or productivity enhancement, leveraging Screen Time to limit Safari offers a versatile and intuitive solution to tailor your browsing experience to align with your specific needs and preferences.

With the ability to set customized time limits and receive notifications about Safari usage, individuals can cultivate a healthier relationship with technology and optimize their digital experiences according to their unique requirements.

Method 3: Use Restrictions to Hide Safari

Utilizing the built-in Restrictions feature on your iPhone provides a practical method to hide Safari from the home screen and restrict access to the default web browser. This approach is particularly useful for implementing parental controls, managing device usage for children, or maintaining a focused browsing environment. By leveraging Restrictions, you can effectively customize the accessibility of Safari to align with your specific requirements and preferences. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to use Restrictions to hide Safari on your iPhone:

Access Settings : Begin by opening the "Settings" app on your iPhone's home screen. This will allow you to navigate to the device's settings menu, where you can manage various features and restrictions.

Navigate to Screen Time : Within the Settings menu, tap on "Screen Time." This feature provides insights into your device usage and enables you to set specific restrictions and limits, including those related to web browsing.

Hide Safari : Within the Content & Privacy Restrictions menu, tap on "Allowed Apps." This will display a list of apps that can be accessed on your iPhone.

Disable Safari : Locate Safari in the list of allowed apps and toggle the switch to turn it off. Once disabled, Safari will be hidden from the home screen and won't be accessible unless re-enabled through the Restrictions settings.

By following these steps, you can effectively utilize Restrictions to hide Safari on your iPhone, providing a straightforward means to manage web browsing accessibility. This method offers a versatile solution for implementing parental controls, restricting access to Safari for specific users, or customizing the browsing experience to suit your unique preferences.

Whether you're seeking to create a more secure and focused browsing environment for children or implementing restrictions for personal well-being, leveraging Restrictions to hide Safari empowers you to tailor your iPhone's functionality according to your specific needs and priorities. With the ability to customize app accessibility and enforce restrictions, this method provides a valuable tool for managing web browsing capabilities on your device.

Method 4: Use a Third-Party Browser

Exploring alternative browsers is a compelling approach to customizing your browsing experience on your iPhone. While Safari serves as the default web browser, the App Store offers a diverse selection of third-party browsers that provide unique features, enhanced privacy options, and specialized functionalities. By opting to use a third-party browser, you can tailor your web browsing experience to align with your specific preferences and requirements, whether it's for improved privacy, advanced customization, or specialized browsing capabilities.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using a Third-Party Browser:

Explore App Store : Begin by accessing the App Store on your iPhone and browsing the available third-party browsers. Popular options include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, and Microsoft Edge, among others. Consider exploring user reviews, ratings, and feature descriptions to identify a browser that best suits your needs.

Download and Install : Once you've selected a third-party browser, tap the "Get" or "Download" button to acquire the app. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the browser on your iPhone. Upon successful installation, the third-party browser will appear on your home screen alongside Safari.

Customize Settings : After launching the third-party browser, take advantage of its customization options and settings. Many third-party browsers offer advanced privacy features, ad-blocking capabilities, and personalized browsing experiences. Explore the settings menu to tailor the browser to your preferences, such as adjusting privacy controls, enabling dark mode, or customizing the homepage layout.

Set as Default Browser (Optional) : Depending on the browser and iOS version, you may have the option to set the third-party browser as your default choice for opening links and accessing web content. This can be particularly beneficial if you prefer the features and interface of the third-party browser over Safari.

Enjoy Enhanced Features : Utilize the unique features and functionalities offered by the third-party browser to enhance your browsing experience. This may include seamless synchronization with desktop browsers, integrated note-taking capabilities, enhanced privacy protections, or specialized browsing modes tailored to specific content types.

By embracing a third-party browser, you can unlock a wealth of features and customization options that cater to your individual browsing preferences. Whether it's for improved privacy, advanced functionality, or a different user interface, third-party browsers offer a diverse array of options to elevate your web browsing experience on your iPhone.

With the flexibility to choose from a range of third-party browsers, users can tailor their browsing environment to align with their specific needs and preferences. Whether it's for enhanced privacy, specialized features, or a different user interface, exploring third-party browsers empowers individuals to customize their web browsing experience according to their unique requirements.

In conclusion, the ability to remove or restrict Safari from your iPhone offers a range of benefits and customization options to align with your specific needs and preferences. Whether you're aiming to enhance digital well-being, boost productivity, implement parental controls, or explore alternative browsing experiences, the methods outlined in this article provide valuable insights and practical solutions for tailoring your iPhone's browsing environment.

By understanding the diverse motivations for removing Safari, such as promoting a healthier balance between online and offline activities, minimizing distractions, or customizing the browsing experience to suit individual preferences, users can make informed decisions about managing their digital habits. The methods presented, including disabling Safari, utilizing Screen Time to limit access, leveraging Restrictions to hide the browser, and exploring third-party alternatives, empower individuals to take control of their browsing experience.

Disabling Safari and using Screen Time to set specific restrictions offer intuitive ways to manage web browsing capabilities, promoting a mindful and balanced approach to digital usage. These methods are particularly valuable for individuals seeking to enhance productivity, implement parental controls, or exercise greater control over their digital habits.

Furthermore, utilizing Restrictions to hide Safari provides a straightforward means to customize app accessibility, catering to specific user requirements and promoting a secure and focused browsing environment. This method is especially beneficial for parents managing their children's device usage or individuals seeking to implement strict browsing restrictions.

Exploring third-party browsers presents an exciting opportunity to tailor the browsing experience to individual preferences, offering enhanced features, advanced privacy options, and specialized functionalities. By embracing alternative browsers, users can enjoy a diverse array of options to elevate their web browsing experience, whether it's for improved privacy, advanced functionality, or a different user interface.

Ultimately, the methods for removing or restricting Safari on your iPhone empower you to align your digital habits with your unique needs and priorities. By leveraging these approaches, individuals can cultivate a healthier relationship with technology, enhance productivity, and customize their browsing experience to suit their specific preferences. Whether it's for personal well-being, parental controls, workplace regulations, or browser preference, the ability to manage Safari on your iPhone provides valuable tools for tailoring your digital environment.

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How to delete specific website history from safari on iphone or ipad.

Forgot to enable Private Browsing mode on Safari? Don't nuke your entire history, prune specific sites instead.

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It's not always convenient to delete your entire history, but you can instead choose to delete specific websites from your history (and the data they leave behind on your device). Here's how to do it in Safari for iPhone and iPad.

Safari will record any websites you visit unless you use Private Browsing . Once a website is in your history it will appear in the URL bar when you start typing a related term. There are all sorts of reasons you may want to prune specific websites, and it's easy to do so.

Open Safari and tap on the "Bookmarks" icon at the bottom of the screen (it looks like an open book).

A pop-up will appear with three tabs for your Bookmarks, Reading List , and History. Tap on the clock icon to see your history.

You can now swipe left on any entry in your history and tap "Delete" to remove it for good.

Rather than scrolling through your entire history of visited websites, you can also search for specific terms or URLs using the on-screen search box . But that's not the only evidence a website may have left behind on your device.

Related: How to Change the Default Search Engine in Safari on iPhone or iPad

Websites leave all sorts of data on your device including cached images and cookies . If you want to remove all signs of a website, it's important to remove website data as well.

Launch Settings and tap on Safari > Advanced > Website Data. This menu may take a little while to load as Safari fetches a full list of website data and estimates how much storage each entry takes up on your device.

You can now follow the same procedure as above by swiping left on any websites you would like to forget about and tapping the "Delete" button that appears.

You can also search for specific websites using the search bar at the top of the screen, or nuke everything using the "Remove All Website Data" button at the bottom of the list.

Note that if you do remove website data (or wipe everything) that there may be some drawbacks like having to log in again or having your shopping cart emptied.

Related: Clearing Your Cookies All the Time Makes the Web More Annoying

You can use Private Browsing mode in Safari at any point to visit a website without it being recorded to your device. To do this, tap on the tab icon in the lower right corner of the screen followed by the number of tabs you have open at the bottom of the screen. From here tap "Private" to switch to a private browsing session.

Note that all tabs in your private browsing session will remain open until you close them , so make sure you close anything that may compromise your privacy.

To get a better handle on your iPhone or iPad's privacy settings, we recommend a periodic iOS privacy check-up .

Related: How to Check and Tighten All Your iPhone's Privacy Settings

How to Uninstall Safari on Mac

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Safari, despite its reliability, trails behind with less than 20% of internet users opting to use the web browser. If your preferred browser isn’t Safari, then you’re likely ready to part ways with the app. With the help of our guide, we’ll show you how to block and delete Safari files from your computer.

Before we start: Deleting apps on your Mac becomes a breeze with MacKeeper's Smart Uninstaller . This innovative tool is designed for efficiency, streamlining the overall uninstallation process. It also ensures a thorough removal, leaving no remnants behind. Ready to experience hassle-free app management on your Apple computer? Here’s how to give MacKeeper’s Smart Uninstaller a try: Download MacKeeper and install it. Select Smart Uninstaller from the left side menu. Click Start Scan . Select the app you want to uninstall and click Remove Selected .

Can you delete Safari from Mac completely

No, you can’t completely remove Safari from Mac, and it’s all thanks to your computer’s System Integrity Protection (SIP) in macOS. SIP is like the bouncer of your Mac files, making sure you can't just kick Safari out of the club.

It’s not all bad news, though. Even though you can't permanently delete default Mac apps like Safari, you can still uninstall and block the app. These actions can limit Safari's activity and allow you to regain more control over the browser.

Before uninstalling Safari

By attempting to get rid of Safari on Mac, you’re likely going to delete a ton of potentially valuable information from your computer. That’s why we recommend you begin with a checklist to help you tick off all the essential information you need to note down before proceeding with uninstalling Safari.

Write down all important Passwords so you do not lose them later on.
Check your saved Bookmarks and note down any you’ll want to enable on your preferred web browser.
Check your Browsing history for any important web address you do not want to lose. You can copy them into your Mac notes for safekeeping.
Note down any installed Extensions or third-party Apps that you might forget to redownload after you remove Safari from Mac.

Tips from our experts: If you are unsure how to remove extensions on Mac , this supporting guide will help walk you through the process.

How to delete Safari from Mac

Still thinking about removing Safari from Mac? Maybe Safari keeps crashing or you suspect Safari viruses are affecting your Mac experience. You may just want to delete Safari to simply free up storage space or to switch up your browser. Whatever your reason, we've got you covered.

Together, we’ll explore four straightforward methods to help you bid farewell to Safari:

Remove Safari on Mac with Terminal
Block Safari
Delete Safari via Finder
Get rid of Safari leftovers

1. Remove Safari on Mac with Terminal

Removing Safari from Mac isn’t a task that everyone with an Apple computer will want to do. This is due to the removal process requiring you to alter macOS files that are protected by Apple. Still want to proceed with getting rid of Safari? We recommend using Terminal but make sure you have admin rights before going any further.

Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to uninstall Safari with Terminal:

1.1. Open Terminal

1.2. turn off sip, 1.3. delete safari from mac, 1.4. enable sip.

To delete Safari using Terminal, you’ll first need to open Terminal on Mac. Here’s how:

Restart your Mac, and immediately press and hold Cmd + R .
In the Utilities menu, select Terminal .

To open Terminal, to delete safari you'll need to restart your Mac. When it powers on immediately press and hold Command and R keys. This will bring up a Utilities meun allowing you to select and open Terminal.

To uninstall any Apple-protected apps with Terminal, you may need to turn off System Integrity Protection first:

To disable System Integrity Protection, enter csrutil disable , and hit Return .
Restart your Mac.
Upon start-up, log into the admin account.

Once you're familiar with launching Terminal and disabling SIP, to enter the correct command to delete Safari from your Mac:

In the Terminal window, enter cd/Applications/ and hit the Return key.
Enter sudo rm -rf Safari.app/ and hit the Return key.

To delete Safari from Mac, using Terminal, first you'll need to enter cd/Applications/ into the Terminal window and press theReturn key.

To re-enable System Integrity Protection, follow these steps:

Type in csrutil enable and hit the Return key.

To re-enable SIP, after uninstalling Safari from Mac, type in csrutil enable and hit the Return key. Then restart your Mac as normal.

2. Block Safari

If you just want to block the web browser instead of deleting it, you can use your computer’s Screen Time function. This is a built-in macOS feature that allows you to control app usage.

Here’s how to block Safari using Screen Time:

In the Apple menu, select System Settings .
Select Screen Time , and click on App and Website Security .
Click the Turn On App and Website Security button.
Enable Content & Privacy Restrictions and select Apps .
Uncheck the box next to Safari to block the app.

To block Safari on Mac, first you'll need to open System Settings and navigate to Screen Time.

3. Delete Safari via Finder

If you use macOS Sonoma or earlier, you can remove Safari from Mac manually with your computer’s Finder tool. Granted, it’s not the fastest way to part with the browser, but it gets the job done.

Here’s how to manually delete Safari on Mac with Finder:

Go to your Dock and open Finder .
Click on Go > Go to Folder.
/Users/ Your Name /Library/
/Users/ Your Name /Library/Address Book Plug-Ins/
/Users/ Your Name /Library/Preferences
/Users/ Your Name/ Library/Caches
/Users/ Your Name /Library/Saved Applications State
/Users/ Your Name /Library/Application Support/CrashReporter/
Drag the Safari App into your Trash Bin .
Right-click on your Bin and select Empty Bin .

Tips from our experts: Looking to regain more control over your Mac? If you want to learn how to remove the toolbar and other plugins from your device, check out our supporting guide with all the actionable steps to help you.

4. Get rid of Safari leftovers

When it comes to removing Safari leftovers, it's not just about deleting your browsing history. Safari leftovers include cache, support files, and preferences. Below, we’ll guide you through different methods to thoroughly clean up your computer after removing Safari on Mac:

Clear Safari history

Clear safari cache, clear safari preferences.

To delete browsing history on Safari, use these steps to guide you:

Open Safari on your Mac.
In the top menu, click on History .
Select Clear History .
Choose the desired time range and click Clear History.

There are two methods we recommend for deleting the accumulation of Safari cache. Let’s start with Finder:

Open Finder .
In the menu bar, click Go > Go to Folder .
Enter the path ~/Library/Caches/ and press Go .
Look for the Safari folder, right-click, and select Move to Bin .
Right-click on Bin and select Empty Trash .

As an alternative, you can leverage MacKeeper's Safe Cleanup tool for a convenient way to clear Safari cache. Follow these steps:

Open MacKeeper .
Select Safe Cleanup , and click Start Scan .
Select the Logs, Cache, and Trash you want to delete and click Clean Junk Files .

The second method you can apply to clear Safari cache is by using a third-party app like MacKeeper. All you need to do is download and open MacKeeper and select the Safe Cleanup tool. Then click the Start Scan button.

To clear Safari preferences that, however, can influence how Safari behaves, follow these instructions:

Select Go > Go to Folder .
In the box, enter the path: ~/Library/Preferences/.
Locate and remove any files starting with com.apple.Safari.

In Finder, navigate to the Go to Folder and enter the path ~/Library/Preferences/ into the search box. This shortcut will help you find any files relating to Safari preferences.

Install a third-party app to remove Safari from your Mac

It can take five to 30 minutes to get rid of Safari on Mac manually, or any default app for that matter. If you have only a minute to spare, you may want to consider using a third-party app like Mac Keeper to help you remove Safari.

How to effortlessly delete any app using MacKeeper:

In the Smart Uninstaller tab, click Start Scan .
Select the app you want to delete and click Remove Selected .

To remove an app with the help of MacKeeper, open the app and select the Smart Uninstaller feature. Then click Start Scan, this will only take a few moments.

Safari cleanup unleashed

So, removing Safari from Mac is no walk in the park, thanks to System Integrity Protection (SIP). But worry not, as our guide has your back, walking you through all the tricks. Whether you're into Terminal tech, prefer the manual Finder method, or want to rely on third-party apps, you're all set to take back control over Safari.

Speaking of third-party apps, MacKeeper’s Smart Uninstaller is a great tool to have in your arsenal. It's not your average uninstaller; it’s more like the superhero of cleanup. Simple, efficient, and a game-changer for your Mac. As you wave goodbye to Safari, MacKeeper steps in to optimize your entire Mac experience.

You’ll love exploring your Mac with us.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to delete cookies in your Safari browser on a Mac or an iPhone. Cookies are bits of website data that help Safari remember your preferences, passwords, usernames, and more. Since cookies are downloaded onto your computer each time you open a new web page, you may wish to block cookies entirely to prevent them from being downloaded in the future.

If you don't see this option, make sure that Safari is the front window by clicking it.

You may be prompted to confirm this action.
Keep in mind that some websites require cookies in order to load some features. Blocking all cookies will prevent some websites from working correctly.

Step 1 Open your iPhone's icon Settings.

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How to delete your search history

Posted on April 18th, 2024 by Douglas Crawford in Privacy basics .

Your search history is a window into your inner life . Anyone with access to it knows what your hobbies and interests are, your sexual orientation and preferences, the things that worry you (for example your medical concerns), your political affiliations, your financial situation, and much more.

In this article, we’ll explore why it’s important to delete your search and (closely related) browsing history and how to do it, but also the limitations of deleting your search and browsing history. Unfortunately, you can’t delete everything that’s out there.

However, moving forward, you can take steps to prevent others from seeing and logging your search and browsing history in the first place. We’ll also discuss these.

Why you should delete your search history

How to delete Google search history on your desktop
How to delete Google search history on mobile apps

How to delete search history in Play Store

How to delete youtube search history, how to delete google maps search history, how to delete gmail search history, how to delete search history in firefox, how to delete search history in chrome, how to delete search history in edge, how to delete search history on iphone and in safari.

How to delete search history on Samsung Internet

Search history you can’t delete

Does turning off personalized ads prevent google from tracking me.

Prevention is always better than a cure

As we noted above, your search history and browsing history reveal a great deal about you. This highly personal information is extremely valuable for the purposes of surveillance and influencing your behaviors.

Targeted advertising

The more advertising and analytics companies know about you, the more successfully they can target you with ever more personalized ads. Our analysis found that your data may be worth over $600 a year for advertising purposes alone.

Alphabet (Google’s parent company) is now worth over $1.9 trillion , a staggering fortune, made by offering services that are almost entirely “free” to use, but which it monetizes by selling your search queries to advertising and analytics companies.

Google so dominates the search engine landscape that searching for anything online is now commonly referred to as “googling”, and its search services form the backbone of the other services it offers, such as Google Maps, Gmail, Google Calendar, and more.

Government mass surveillance

In 2013, Edward Snowden exposed the stupefying scale and ambition of the United States and United Kingdom’s mass surveillance programs, which operated on a “ collect it all ” principle to harvest data from almost everyone on the planet. Little has changed in real terms since then, and in many ways, things are now worse .

And it’s not just NSA and its 5 Eyes, 9 Eyes, and 14 Eyes allies that spy on your search history. Almost all governments have some form of mass surveillance system, even if it’s only legislation that requires internet service providers (ISPs ) to log their customers’ browsing histories and store this data where it can be accessed by government agencies for a certain amount of time.

How to delete Google search history

You can tell Google to delete your search history. Whether it really deletes it is hard to know, but doing this probably prevents Google from using past search history to directly target you with ads or selling it to third-party advertising and analytics companies. It’s anybody’s guess whether governments can still access this “deleted” data.

How to delete Google search history on your desktop

The easiest way to delete your entire Google search history across all apps and devices is using a desktop browser. To do this:

1. Visit myactivity.google.com/myactivity and sign in with your Google account. You can now review the information Google keeps about you. When you’re ready, click Delete .

2. Select All time (or whatever time range you prefer)

3. Click Select all (or select which apps you wish to delete your search history from). You can delete the search history from all Google apps here, including Google Search, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Play, and more. Click Next when you’re ready.

4. Click Delete to confirm you’d like to delete your activity.

How to delete Google search history on mobile apps

On mobile devices, each individual Google app allows you to delete your search history. In some cases, doing this only deletes your search history for that app, while in others, you can delete your search history for that app across all your devices.

In some apps, you get taken to the My Google Activity page, where you can manage and delete your search history for all Google apps and services you use. For example:

Deleting your search history in the Google Play Store only deletes your search history on the Play Store app on the current device.

Open the Play Store app on your Android device or Chromebook. Tap your profile picture and go to Settings → General → Account and device preferences → Clear device search history .

Clear Play Store search history on your Android device

Deleting your YouTube search history deletes your YouTube search history (only) across all your apps and devices.

On Android, iOS, and iPadOS, open the YouTube app and tap your profile picture → Settings → Manage all history → Saving your YouTube history → Turn off .

Delete YouTube search history on your mobile devices

On Android, iOS, and iPadOS, open the Google Maps app and tap your profile picture → Settings → Maps history → Delete → Delete all (or select whatever timescale you prefer). From here, you can also tap the Controls tab to manage your Google search history across all apps.

Delete Google Maps history on your mobile devices

On Android, deleting your search history in the Gmail app only deletes your search history for the Gmail app on the current device. Open the Gmail app and go to ☰ → ⚙ Settings → General settings . Tap ⋮ at the top right corner → Clear search history .

On the Gmail app for iPhone and iPad, you effectively get access to the full My Google Activity web app. Open the app and go to ☰ → ⚙ Settings → Account → tap on your account → Your info, privacy, and security → Data and Privacy tab → History settings → Web & App Activity → Turn off .

Access My Google Activity from the iOS Gmail app

How to delete your browser search history

Of course, it may not just be Google and your government that you’d rather not see your search history. Deleting your browser search history prevents friends, family, and colleagues who have physical access to your device from seeing what you’ve been up to online.

In this section, we’ll look at how to delete your search history in a selection of popular browsers on different platforms. Please be aware, though, that much like using incognito/private mode , deleting your browser history does nothing to prevent anyone on the internet from seeing your search history , such as your ISP or the websites you visit.

Learn about browsers that are good for your privacy

On the desktop, open Firefox and go to ☰ → Settings → Privacy & Security → History → Clear History… → T ime range to clear → select Everything from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear now .

You can also set Firefox to automatically delete your search history every time you close the app. To do this, go to ☰ → Settings → Privacy & Security → History → ensure Clear history when firefox closes is selected .

On Android, open the Firefox app and tap ⋮ → History → Settings → Privacy and security → Delete browsing data .

On an iPhone or iPad, open the Firefox app and go to ☰ → Settings ⚙ → Privacy → Data Management → Clear Private Data .

Delete Firefox history on iOS and iPadOS

On your desktop, open Chrome and go to ☰ → Clear browsing history → select All time from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear data .

On Android, open the Chrome app and tap ⋮ → Clear browsing data → select All time from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear data .

On an iPhone or iPad, open the Chrome app and go to … → History → Clear Browsing Data… → select All time from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear Browsing Data .

Open Microsoft Edge in Windows and go to … → ⚙ Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Clear browsing data now → Choose what to clear → select All time from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear now .

You can also set Edge to automatically delete your search history every time you close the app. To do this, go to … → ⚙ Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Choose what to clear every time you close the browser . Toggle Browsing history and any other data you’d like deleted between sessions on .

On macOS, open Safari and go to the macOS menu bar → History → Clear History…. → Clear → select All History from the dropdown menu (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear History .

On an iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app (not the Safari app) → Safari → Clear History and Website Data → Clear Timeframe → select All History (or whichever time range you prefer) → Clear History .

How to delete search history on Samsung Internet

On your Android device, tap ☰ → History → ⋮ → Clear history (to delete all your search history).

Delete Samsung Internet history on Android

You can ask Google to delete your search history from its apps, and you can delete any search history stored locally on your devices. However, your ISP can see every website you visit online, and almost all ISPs log this information (in many countries, they are required to do so by law).

In some counties (such as the United States), ISPs are permitted to sell customer data to advertisers . In almost every country, they will hand over the data at the request of law enforcement or government agencies.

No ISP will delete your browsing history just because you ask it to, so there’s little you can do about the data it already has. However, moving forward, you can prevent your ISP from seeing what you do by subscribing to a VPN service such as Proton VPN.

A VPN routes your internet connection from your device to a VPN server run by a commercial VPN service such as Proton VPN. The connection between your device and the VPN server is securely encrypted so that no one sitting between your device and the VPN server can see the contents of your data.

DNS queries , which translate human-friendly URLs into computer-friendly numerical values, are usually handled by your ISP. But when you connect to a VPN, it routes these DNS queries through the encrypted VPN tunnel and handles them itself.

Learn more about how a VPN works

Your ISP can see that you’re connected to an IP address belonging to the VPN server but can’t see which websites you connect to after that.

Your ISP and websites you visit see the IP address of the VPN server

This means that connecting to a VPN prevents your ISP from seeing what you do online. And because most government mass surveillance programs rely on requiring ISPs to log their customers’ browsing activity, a trustworthy VPN is effective at preventing governments from collecting your search history through untargeted surveillance.

[ Protect your browsing history with Proton VPN ]

To prevent Google from using your browsing history to serve you personalized ads, head over to Google’s My Ad Center , sign in with your Google account, and toggle the Personalized ads switch off .

Turn off personalized ads in Google's My Ad Center

Please be aware, though, that turning off personalized ads in Google’s settings doesn’t stop Google from tracking your browsing history . But it does change how that data is used. When you opt out of personalized ads, Google will no longer use your browsing history to serve you ads based on your interests and behavior. Instead, you’ll receive ads based on factors like your general location or the content of the site you are visiting.

However, Google may still collect and use your data for other purposes, such as improving its services, developing new features, or ensuring the security of its systems. This data collection can include your search history, the videos you watch on YouTube, and your interactions with other Google services.

Final thoughts: Prevention is always better than a cure

Asking Google (and other online services) to delete your search history from within its apps is probably better than doing nothing at all to protect your privacy. But a far better way is to use apps and services that don’t collect your search history in the first place. For example:

Use Proton apps. When you search for emails in Proton Mail, events in Proton Calendar, or files in Proton Drive, the search is performed locally on your device . Just as our zero-access encryption ensures no one but you can access your data stored on Proton services, we also have no access to your search history.
Use your browser’s private or incognito mode . While your browser’s private or incognito mode will do nothing to prevent anyone on the internet from knowing what you do online, it will at least protect your online privacy from others who share your devices.
Use a privacy-focused search engine — Alternative search engines to Google, such as DuckDuckGo, don’t log your IP address or record your search history.
Block third-party cookies to prevent websites from tracking you across the internet.
If you must use Google, don’t search while signed in to your Google Account, and use a VPN so Google can’t link your IP address to your searches.

It’s not easy to stay private on the internet, but with some common sense and the help of privacy-focused services such Proton, it is possible to avoid most online tracking.

Douglas Crawford

Starting with ProPrivacy and now Proton, Douglas has worked for many years as a technology writer. During this time, he has established himself as a thought leader specializing in online privacy. He has been quoted by the BBC News, national newspapers such as The Independent, The Telegraph, and The Daily Mail, and by international technology publications such as Ars Technica, CNET, and LinuxInsider. Douglas was invited by the EFF to help host a livestream session in support of net neutrality. At Proton, Douglas continues to explore his passion for privacy and all things VPN.

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About iOS 17 Updates

iOS 17 brings big updates to Phone, Messages, and FaceTime that give you new ways to express yourself as you communicate. StandBy delivers a new full-screen experience with glanceable information designed to view from a distance when you turn iPhone on its side while charging. AirDrop makes it easier to share and connect with those around you and adds NameDrop for contact sharing. Enhancements to the keyboard make entering text faster and easier than ever before. iOS 17 also includes updates to Widgets, Safari, Music, AirPlay, and more.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

This update provides important bug fixes and security updates and is recommended for all users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

This update introduces new emoji, transcripts in Apple Podcasts and includes other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

New mushroom, phoenix, lime, broken chain, and shaking heads emoji are now available in the emoji keyboard

18 people and body emoji add the option to face them in either direction

Apple Podcasts

Transcripts let you follow an episode with text that highlights in sync with the audio in English, Spanish, French and German

Episode text can be read in full, searched for a word or phrase, tapped to play from a specific point and used with accessibility features such as Text Size, Increase Contrast, and VoiceOver

This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:

Music recognition lets you add songs you have identified to your Apple Music Playlists and Library, as well as Apple Music Classical

Siri has a new option to announce messages you receive in any supported language

Stolen Device Protection supports the option for increased security in all locations

Battery Health in Settings shows battery cycle count, manufacture date, and first use on iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models

Call Identification displays Apple-verified business name, logo, and department name when available

Business updates in Messages for Business provide trusted information for order status, flight notifications, fraud alerts or other transactions you opt into

Apple Cash virtual card numbers enable you to pay with Apple Cash at merchants that don’t yet accept Apple Pay by typing in your number from Wallet or using Safari AutoFill

Fixes an issue where contact pictures are blank in Find My

Fixes an issue for Dual SIM users where the phone number changes from primary to secondary and is visible to a group they have messaged

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

This update provides bug fixes for your iPhone including:

Text may unexpectedly duplicate or overlap while typing

This update introduces additional security measures with Stolen Device Protection. This release also includes a new Unity wallpaper to honor Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month, as well as other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

Stolen Device Protection

Stolen Device Protection increases security of iPhone and Apple ID by requiring Face ID or Touch ID with no passcode fallback to perform certain actions

Security Delay requires Face ID or Touch ID, an hour wait, and then an additional successful biometric authentication before sensitive operations like changing device passcode or Apple ID password can be performed

Lock Screen

New Unity wallpaper honors Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month

Collaborate on playlists allows you to invite friends to join your playlist and everyone can add, reorder, and remove songs

Emoji reactions can be added to any track in a collaborative playlist

This update also includes the following improvements:

AirPlay hotel support lets you stream content directly to the TV in your room in select hotels

AppleCare & Warranty in Settings shows your coverage for all devices signed in with your Apple ID

Crash detection optimizations (all iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 models)

This update provides important bug fixes and is recommended for all users.

This update introduces Journal, an all-new way to reflect on life’s moments and preserve your memories. This release also includes Action button and Camera enhancements, as well as other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

Journal is a new app that lets you write about the small moments and big events in your life so you can practice gratitude and improve your wellbeing

Journaling suggestions make it easy to remember your experiences by intelligently grouping your outings, photos, workouts, and more into moments you can add to your journal

Filters let you quickly find bookmarked entries or show entries with attachments so you can revisit and reflect on key moments in your life

Scheduled notifications help you keep a consistent journaling practice by reminding you to write on the days and time you choose

Option to lock your journal using Touch ID or Face ID

iCloud sync keeps your journal entries safe and encrypted on iCloud

Action Button

Translate option for the Action button on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max to quickly translate phrases or have a conversation with someone in another language

Spatial video lets you capture video on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max so you can relive your memories in three dimensions on Apple Vision Pro

Improved Telephoto camera focusing speed when capturing small faraway objects on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

Catch-up arrow lets you easily jump to your first unread message in a conversation by tapping the arrow visible in the top-right corner

Add sticker option in the context menu lets you add a sticker directly to a bubble

Memoji updates include the ability to adjust the body shape of any Memoji

Contact Key Verification provides automatic alerts and Contact Verification Codes to help verify people facing extraordinary digital threats are messaging only with the people they intend

Precipitation amounts help you stay on top of rain and snow conditions for a given day over the next 10 days

New widgets let you choose from next-hour precipitation, daily forecast, sunrise and sunset times, and current conditions such as Air Quality, Feels Like, and wind speed

Wind map snapshot helps you quickly assess wind patterns and access the animated wind map overlay to prepare for forecasted wind conditions for the next 24 hours

Interactive moon calendar lets you easily visualize the phase of the moon on any day for the next month

This update also includes the following improvements and bug fixes:

Siri support for privately accessing and logging Health app data using your voice

AirDrop improvements including expanded contact sharing options and the ability to share boarding passes, movie tickets, and other eligible passes by bringing two iPhones together

Favorite Songs Playlist in Apple Music lets you quickly get back to the songs you mark as favorites

Use Listening History in Apple Music can be disabled in a Focus so music you listen to does not appear in Recently Played or influence your recommendations

A new Digital Clock Widget lets you quickly catch a glimpse of the time on your Home Screen and while in StandBy

Enhanced AutoFill identifies fields in PDFs and other forms enabling you to populate them with information such as names and addresses from your contacts

New keyboard layouts provide support for 8 Sámi languages

Sensitive Content Warning for stickers in Messages prevents you from being unexpectedly shown a sticker containing nudity

Qi2 charger support for all iPhone 13 models and iPhone 14 models

Fixes an issue that may prevent wireless charging in certain vehicles

This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.

In rare circumstances, Apple Pay and other NFC features may become unavailable on iPhone 15 models after wireless charging in certain cars

Weather Lock Screen widget may not correctly display snow

This update introduces the ability for AirDrop transfers to continue over the internet when you step out of AirDrop range. This release also includes enhancements to StandBy and Apple Music, as well as other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

Content continues to transfer over the internet when you step out of AirDrop range

New options to control when the display turns off (iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max)

Favorites expanded to include songs, albums, and playlists, and you can filter to display your favorites in the library

New cover art collection offers designs that change colors to reflect the music in your playlist

Song suggestions appear at the bottom of every playlist, making it easy to add music that matches the vibe of your playlist

Option to choose a specific album to use with Photo Shuffle on the Lock Screen

Home key support for Matter locks

Improved reliability of Screen Time settings syncing across devices

Fixes an issue that may cause the Significant Location privacy setting to reset when transferring an Apple Watch or pairing it for the first time

Resolves an issue where the names of incoming callers may not appear when you are on another call

Addresses an issue where custom and purchased ringtones may not appear as options for your text tone

Fixes an issue that may cause the keyboard to be less responsive

Fixes an issue that may cause display image persistence

https://support.apple.com/HT201222

This update provides important bug fixes, security updates, and addresses an issue that may cause iPhone to run warmer than expected.

This update provides important bug fixes, security updates, and fixes an issue that may prevent transferring data directly from another iPhone during setup.

Contact Posters let you customize how you appear on other people’s devices when you call them with a customized poster

Live Voicemail displays a live transcription as someone leaves a message and allows you to pick up the call

Stickers iMessage app brings all your stickers into one place including Live Stickers, Memoji, Animoji, emoji stickers, and your third party sticker packs

Live Stickers can be created by lifting the subject from photos or videos and stylizing them with effects like Shiny, Puffy, Comic, and Outline

Check In automatically notifies a family member or friend when you arrive at a destination safely and can share helpful information with them in case of a delay

Audio message transcription is available for audio messages you receive so you can read them in the moment and listen later

Search improvements help you find messages faster by allowing you to combine search filters such as people, keywords, and content types like photos or links to find exactly what you are looking for

Swipe to reply to a message inline by swiping to the right on any bubble

One-time verification code cleanup automatically deletes verification codes from the Messages app after using them with AutoFill in other apps

Leave a video or audio message to capture exactly what you want to say when someone does not pick up your FaceTime call

Enjoy FaceTime calls on Apple TV by using your iPhone as a camera (Apple TV 4K 2nd generation and later)

Reactions layer 3D effects like hearts, balloons, confetti, and more around you in video calls and can be triggered with gestures

Video effects allow you to adjust the intensity of Studio Lighting and Portrait mode

Full-screen experience with glanceable information like clocks, photos, and widgets designed to view from a distance when iPhone is on its side and charging in places such as your nightstand, kitchen counter, or desk

Clocks are available in a variety of styles including Digital, Analog, Solar, Float, and World Clock, with elements you can personalize like the accent color

Photos automatically shuffle through your best shots or showcase a specific album you choose

Widgets give you access to information at a distance and appear in Smart Stacks that deliver the right information at the right time

Night Mode lets clocks, photos, and widgets take on a red tone in low light

Preferred view per MagSafe charger remembers your preference for each place you charge with MagSafe, whether that’s a clock, photos, or widgets

Interactive widgets let you take actions, like mark a reminder as complete, directly from the widget by tapping it on the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or in StandBy

iPhone widgets on Mac enable you to add widgets from your iPhone to your Mac desktop

NameDrop lets you exchange contact information with someone new by bringing your iPhones close together

New way to initiate AirDrop allows you to share content or start a SharePlay session over AirDrop by bringing your iPhones close together

Improved autocorrect accuracy makes typing even easier by leveraging a powerful transformer-based language model (iPhone 12 and later)

Easier autocorrect editing temporarily underlines corrected words and lets you revert back to what you originally typed with just a tap

Enhanced sentence corrections can correct more types of grammatical mistakes when you finish sentences (iPhone 12 and later)

Inline predictive text shows single and multi-word predictions as you type that can be added by tapping space bar (iPhone 12 and later)

Safari and Passwords

Profiles keep your browsing separate for topics like work and personal, separating your history, cookies, extensions, Tab Groups, and favorites

Private Browsing enhancements include locking your private browsing windows when you’re not using them, blocking known trackers from loading, and removing identifying tracking from URLs

Password and passkey sharing lets you create a group of passwords to share with trusted contacts that stays up to date as members of the group make changes

One-time verification code AutoFill from Mail autofill in Safari so you can log in without leaving the browser

SharePlay makes it easy for everyone to control and play Apple Music in the car

Crossfade smoothly transitions between songs by fading out the currently playing song while fading in the next so the music never stops

Intelligent AirPlay device list makes finding the right AirPlay-compatible TV or speaker even easier by showing your devices in order of relevance, based on your preferences

Suggested AirPlay device connections are proactively shown to you as a notification to make it even more seamless to connect to your preferred AirPlay devices

Automatic AirPlay device connections are made between your iPhone and the most relevant AirPlay-compatible device so all you have to do is tap “Play” to begin enjoying your content

Adaptive Audio delivers a new listening mode that dynamically blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency to tailor the noise control experience based on the conditions of your environment (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)

Personalized Volume adjusts the volume of your media in response to your environment and listening preferences over time (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)

Conversation Awareness lowers your media volume and enhances the voices of the people in front of the user, all while reducing background noise (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)

Press to mute and unmute your microphone by pressing the AirPods stem or the Digital Crown on AirPods Max when on a call (AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), or AirPods Max with firmware version 6A300 or later)

Offline Maps allow you to select an area you want to access, search, and explore rich information for places to download for use when your iPhone doesn’t have a Wi-Fi or cellular signal

EV routing improvements give you routes based on real-time EV charger availability for supported chargers

Option to say “Siri” in addition to “Hey Siri” for an even more natural way to make requests

Back-to-back requests can be issued without needing to reactivate Siri in between commands (iPhone 11 and later)

Visual Look Up

Expanded domains in Visual Look Up help you discover similar recipes from photos of food, Maps information from photos of storefronts, and the meaning of signs and symbols on things like laundry tags

Multiple or single subjects can be lifted from the background of photos and videos and placed into apps like Messages

Visual Look Up in Video helps you learn about objects that appear in paused video frames

Visual Look Up for subjects in photos enables you to look up information about objects you lift from photos directly from the callout bar

State of Mind reflection allows you to log your momentary emotion and daily mood, choose what factors are having the biggest impact on you, and describe your feelings

Interactive charts give you insights into your state of mind, how it has changed over time, and what factors may have influence such as exercise, sleep, and mindful minutes

Mental health assessments help you understand your current risk for depression and anxiety and if you might benefit from getting support

Screen Distance leverages the TrueDepth camera that powers Face ID to encourage you to increase the distance you view your device to reduce digital eye strain and can help reduce the risk of myopia in children

Sensitive Content Warnings can be enabled to prevent users from unexpectedly being shown images containing nudity in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, and FaceTime messages

Expanded Communication Safety protections for children now detect videos containing nudity in addition to photos that children may receive or attempt to send in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, FaceTime messages, and the system Photo picker

Improved sharing permissions give you even more control over what you share with apps, with an embedded photo picker and an add-only Calendar permission

Link tracking protection removes extra information from links shared in Messages, Mail, and Safari Private Browsing that some websites use in their URLs to track you across other websites, and links still work as expected

Accessibility

Assistive Access distills apps and experiences to their essential features in Phone and FaceTime, Messages, Camera, Photos, and Music, including large text, visual alternatives, and focused choices to lighten cognitive load

Live Speech lets you type what you want to say and have it be spoken out loud in phone calls, FaceTime calls, and for in-person conversations

Personal Voice enables users who are at risk of losing their voice to privately and securely create a voice that sounds like them on iPhone, and use it with Live Speech in phone and FaceTime calls

Point and Speak in Magnifier Detection Mode uses iPhone to read text out loud on physical objects with small text labels, such as keypads on doors and buttons on appliances

This release also includes other features and improvements:

Roadside Assistance via satellite lets you contact AAA to help you with vehicle issues when out of Wi-Fi or cellular range (iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max)

Pets in the People album in Photos surfaces individual pets in the album just like friends or family members

Photos Album widget lets you select a specific album from the Photos app to appear in the widget

Item sharing in Find My allows you to share an AirTag or Find My network accessory with up to five other people

Activity History in Home displays a recent history of events for door locks, garage doors, security systems, and contact sensors

Grid Forecast in Home shows when your electrical grid has cleaner energy sources available (Contiguous US only)

Grocery Lists in Reminders automatically group related items into sections as you add them

Inline PDFs and document scans in Notes are presented full-width, making them easy to view and mark them up

New Memoji stickers in Keyboard include Halo, Smirk, and Peekaboo

App Shortcuts in Spotlight Top Hit offer you app shortcuts to your next action when you search for an app

Redesigned Sharing tab in Fitness provides highlights of your friends’ activity like workout streaks and awards

Email or phone number sign-in lets you sign into your iPhone with any email address or phone number listed in your Apple ID account

New drawing tools in Freeform include a fountain pen, watercolor brush, ruler and more to create expressive boards

Crash Detection optimizations (iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max)

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For more information, please visit this website:

https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-17

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all iPhone models. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

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Delete a website from your history. Open the Safari app. Tap the Show Bookmarks button, then tap the History button. Tap the Edit button, then select the website or websites that you want to delete from your history. Tap the Delete button. Block cookies. A cookie is a piece of data that a site puts on your device so that site can remember you ...
How to clear Safari browsing history on iPhone and iPad
In Safari, tap the book icon. Firstly, open Safari and tap the book icon in the bottom bar. 2. Select the history tab (clock icon) and tap Clear. Now select the history tab (clock icon) and tap ...
How to delete Safari on MacOS and iOS
At the prompt, type cd /applications/ and press the Return key. The prompt should change to show that you are working in the Applications folder. Then type sudo rm -r safari.app and press the Return key. This should delete the Safari browser app.
Clear the history, cache and cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad
Delete a website from your history. Open the Safari app. Tap the Show Bookmarks button, then tap the History button. Tap the Edit button, then select the website(s) that you want to delete from your history. Tap the Delete button. Block cookies. A cookie is a piece of data that a site puts on your device so that site can remember you when you ...
How to Clear Safari Search History: iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Click Clear History…. 4. Choose a timeframe you want to clear. You can choose: the last hour, today, today and yesterday, or all history. 5. Click Clear History. This will remove all history, cookies, and other browsing data from Safari. 6. On the top toolbar, click Preferences.
How to Clear History in Safari: Mac and iOS
Open Safari and click the "History" menu. 2. Select "Show History". You can also press ⌘ Command +⌥ Option + 2 to open the Show History window. 3. Find the entry that you want to delete. You can use the search bar in the upper-right corner, or expand the dates to browse through all your entries. 4.
How to Clear Recent History in Safari on iPhone and iPad
On an iPhone, it's at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up that appears (on the left side of the screen on iPad and over the whole screen on iPhone), tap the History tab (which looks like a clock face), and then tap the "Clear" button. (Don't worry. It won't clear anything yet.) After you tap "Clear," another pop-up will give you yet another ...
How to Delete Safari From Your iPhone
To remove Safari from your sight, follow these steps: On the Home Screen, long-press the Safari app icon. Tap Remove App from the context menu. Choose Remove from Home Screen when you get a pop-up. Safari will now disappear from your iPhone's Home Screen. It's now hidden in the App Library. ...
How to Delete Safari on Mac, iPhone and iPad
To delete Safari history on Mac: 1. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and choose "Settings". 2. Go to "Security and privacy". 3. Click "Clear browsing data", mark all the relevant options, and click "Clear data". You can also block and clear cookies in the "Cookies and other site data" section.
How to clear Safari cache and cookies on a Mac
Cleaning cookies and the cache data for individual sites can be done via Safari's Settings/Preferences. Open Safari. Click on Safari in the menu at the top of the screen. Click on Settings or ...
How to Remove Safari from iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide
Step 2: Tap the 'X' on the Safari icon. Once the apps are jiggling, tap the 'X' on the Safari icon to initiate the removal process. After you tap the 'X', a confirmation pop-up will appear, asking if you're sure you want to delete Safari. This is to prevent you from accidentally removing important apps.
How to Clear Safari's Browsing History and Cookies on macOS
If you simply want to clear part of your history, you can click "Show History" ("Command + Y"). Click on the site or use the "Command" key to select several sites, then press the "Delete" key. You can also click "Clear History" in the upper right corner to remove everything all at once. You can also right-click a history entry to delete it.
How to clear browsing history on Safari on iPhone or Mac
Go to Settings on your iOS device. Tap on Safari. Scroll down to Clear History and Website Data. Tap that, then tap Clear History and Data to confirm. One important thing to note is that you can't ...
How to clear your Safari browser cache on a Mac, iPhone, or iPad
Clear your cache. 1. Click on the Safari tab at the top left of your screen and choose Preferences from the dropdown menu. Navigate to the Preferences section. Stefan Ionescu/Insider. 2. Click the ...
How To Completely Remove Safari From iPhone
Here's a step-by-step guide to disable Safari on your iPhone: Access Settings: Begin by tapping the "Settings" app on your iPhone's home screen. This will open the main settings menu, where you can manage various aspects of your device. Navigate to Screen Time: Within the Settings menu, locate and tap on "Screen Time."
How to Delete Specific Website History From Safari on ...
Open Safari and tap on the "Bookmarks" icon at the bottom of the screen (it looks like an open book). A pop-up will appear with three tabs for your Bookmarks, Reading List, and History. Tap on the clock icon to see your history. You can now swipe left on any entry in your history and tap "Delete" to remove it for good.
How to Uninstall Safari on Mac
3. Delete Safari via Finder. If you use macOS Sonoma or earlier, you can remove Safari from Mac manually with your computer's Finder tool. Granted, it's not the fastest way to part with the browser, but it gets the job done. Here's how to manually delete Safari on Mac with Finder: Go to your Dock and open Finder. Click on Go > Go to Folder.
How to Delete Cookies Using the Safari Web Browser: 13 Steps
This wikiHow teaches you how to delete cookies in your Safari browser on a Mac or an iPhone. Cookies are bits of website data that help Safari remember your preferences, passwords, usernames, and more. Since cookies are downloaded onto your computer each time you open a new web page, you may wish to block cookies entirely to prevent them from ...
Everything you need to know to delete Safari on iPhone and Mac
Simply type cd /Applications/ and press the "enter" key to execute the command. Then type sudo rm -rf Safari.app/ and execute. It will then ask for your password within the Terminal window. Enter your system password to authorize the change, and the Safari browser will be uninstalled thereafter.
Pop up window in Safari "select an editio…
how to block "screensaver.app" pop-up in Safari 12.1.1 Yesterday and today, each time Safari 12.1.1 is opened, an annoying pop-up jumps to the centre of the screen: "ScreenSaver.app" wants access to control "Safari.app". Allowing control will provide access to documents and data in "Safari.app", and to perform actions within that app. Clicking the "Don't Allow" button closes the ...
How to delete your search history
How to delete Google Maps search history. On Android, iOS, and iPadOS, open the Google Maps app and tap your profile picture → Settings → Maps history → Delete → Delete all (or select whatever timescale you prefer). From here, you can also tap the Controls tab to manage your Google search history across all apps.
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That's right, there's actually a way to "remove" Meta AI from these apps. Just delete your conversation with it like any other, and it'll disappear from your contacts list.
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