Most desktop and mobile browsers have an Incognito or private mode for anonymous web browsing. It’s an effective way to enjoy logged-out sessions and private searches without leaving your browsing history. To prevent your children from abusing the Incognito window, turn it off on your home PC, Mac, iPhone, andAndroid phone.
There isn’t a direct way to turn off Incognito Mode on Chrome and other browsers. you’re able to’t turn off the function from browser settings. You need to use the Terminal app on Mac, Command Prompt on Windows, and other hacks on your mobile to disable the private mode and monitor every online activity of your little one.
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How to disable Incognito Mode in Chrome on Windows
You can turn off Chrome’s Incognito Mode on Windows via the Command Prompt. Close all Google Chrome services on Windows and go through the tutorial below.
How to turn off Incognito Mode in Chrome browser for Mac
Like Windows, we will use Terminal on Mac to turn off Incognito Mode in Chrome for Mac.
Reboot your Mac and launch Google Chrome without Incognito Mode. you’re able to use the command below to turn on the same in Chrome.
Disable InPrivate mode in Microsoft Edge on Windows
Do you prefer the built-in Microsoft Edge browser over Firefox and Chrome on Windows? Since it is an integral part of Windows, you’ll tweak Registry Editor to turn off InPrivate Browsing. Follow the steps below to make changes.
Launch Microsoft Edge, and the InPrivate option shouldn’t appear now.
Workaround: Enable content restrictions on Safari for iPhone
You can’t remove the private browsing option in Safari on an iPhone. However, you can activate content restrictions and prevent adult sites from loading in the app.
You can set a Screen Time passcode to prevent others from making changes in the Screen Time menu.
Tip: Lock Incognito Mode on iPhone and Android
If your little one frequently uses your phone for studying, gaming, and other purposes, use the steps below to lock Incognito Mode with biometrics.
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Apple recently added an option to lock the Private browsing mode on the iPhone. Here’s how to enable it.
Chrome for iPhone
Now that iOS lets you change the default browser, some users prefer Google Chrome to browse the web. It also supports biometric protection in Incognito Mode. Follow the steps below to enable it.
Chrome for Android
From now on, the app asks for authentication when someone tries to access Incognito Mode in Chrome.
Remove access to Incognito Mode
While Incognito Mode is a valuable add-on for your browser, it may expose your little ones to inappropriate content. you may also lock the same with biometrics on your iPhone or Android phone. If you want better control over your child’s phone, activate paternal controls to explore security features and supervise their Google account. Check our dedicated guideto create a Google Family Groupand enjoy other perks with your family members.
