The incognito or private mode found in most web browsers is back in the news, with Google updating its disclaimer to give users a better idea of exactly how this feature works. Whether you use Chrome ...

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In November 2025, some Reddit users were shocked to find Google apparently had access to their private browsing sessions.

If you browse the web in Incognito mode, everything you do is private, right? In a word, no. Your internet service provider, for example, can still see your activity. This misconception has even ...

Use the following fixes if Edge InPrivate Mode is not working on your Windows 11/10 computer. Before proceeding, restart your computer, as issues may sometimes occur due to a minor bug. Update Edge ...