How to Enable Chrome Safe Mode

Chrome is by far one of the best web browsers, but, is it secure? It might appear extremely simple to launch Chrome and browse the internet, however, there is a lot happening behind the scenes that you might not be aware of. For starters, you may have experienced sudden crashes or commands that aren’t within your control. This is a sign that you need to learn how to enable Chrome safe mode for added security.

There are quite a few secure web browsers other than Chrome that allow an automatic safe mode, temporarily disabling any extensions that are not too important to use. This allows the browser to run faster, smoother and lowers the risks.

Table of contents

• What is Chrome safe mode?
• Why do you need to enable Chrome safe mode?
• How to enable Chrome safe mode for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android
• How to enable extensions on Incognito Chrome safe mode
• Launch Chrome Incognito Mode automatically
• Use a VPN!
• Conclusion

What is Chrome safe mode?

As mentioned above, when you use a particular browser, in this case, Chrome, there are multiple things running in the background that you might not be aware of. The Chrome safe mode, when enabled, allows a bare minimum browser that restricts all the extra extensions from operating unnecessarily.

Why do you need to enable Chrome safe mode?

There are a couple of issues that come with using Chrome as your web browser, regardless of it being the more convenient. A part of the risks is the constant running of background apps or browser extensions that hamper the overall experience of the user.

There is no saying that the extensions are the root cause of the issues, but it does sometimes get in the way. For starters, if an extension crashes or the browser fails to function properly, then that is enough evidence to believe that the surplus of extensions and add-ons saved, might be the reason.

Plus, if you are using an older version of a device or an old model, you will probably need to eliminate the number of extensions or add-ons on Chrome for it to work smoothly. Keeping these reasons in mind, enabling Chrome safe mode is the best option for security and privacy.

How to enable Chrome safe mode

To begin with, enabling Chrome in safe mode, you need to first open Chrome in incognito mode, which instantly eliminates the ability for add-ons or extensions to function.

Incognito Mode Windows

• To do this, you can click on the three dots on the top right of the screen, and select “New Incognito Window” from the drop-down menu.

• If you are looking for another shortcut to launch Incognito Mode on your Windows, click on (Ctrl+Shift+n).

Enabling Incognito Mode Mac

• Just in case you are using a Mac, the steps are nearly the same. Either click on “File” and then on “New Incognito Window” or click on the three dots on the top right of the screen.

• Need a shortcut to launch incognito mode on Mac? Simply click on (Shift+Cmd+n). That is all!

Incognito Mode iOS

There are two ways to go about this:

• Either click on the hat and glasses icon on the tab or, click on the three dots on the bottom-right of the screen, like so:

Enable Incognito Mode on Android

The procedure for this is almost the same as the rest of the operating systems. To enable the Incognito Mode on Android, click on the three dots on the top-right corner of the screen, like so:

Now, when you click on the three dots, a drop-down menu should launch. Click on “Incognito Mode” and you are done.

Going directly to incognito mode means disabling all extensions, which automatically lands you into Chrome safe mode. However, if you are still looking to keep a few extensions enabled, here is what you can do:

How to enable extensions on Incognito Chrome safe mode

• Click on the three dots on the top-right of the screen

• Now, click on “More Tools” and then on “Extensions.”

• It will now lead you to all your extensions, click enable on any that you need by sliding the pointer.

• That is all!

Now, if you are tired of the extra steps, there is a way to launch the Incognito Mode automatically. Take a look below to see how it works!

How to launch Chrome Incognito Mode automatically

The following tutorials are for Windows and Mac users, starting with:

For Windows

• First, make a copy of Chrome by creating a shortcut.
• Next, right-click over it, and click on “Properties.”
• Select “Shortcut”, and in the “Target” tab fill in “-incognito” towards the end of the command line.
• First, click on “Apply” and then on “OK.”

Need an alternative method to Enable Incognito Mode on Windows? Here is what you can do:

• Press the Windows key and R simultaneously to launch the Run Window.
• In the Window, type in “exe –incognito” and click on “OK.”

• That is all!

For Mac

The steps are a little different compared to Windows, and a little trickier to execute, however, it can be done! Here is how you can begin:

• Launch the “Script Editor” by pressing down on Cmd+Space, and then type in script editor. Once you find it, double-click to open it.
• There will be a black script editor’s window. When you see it, copy and paste this code line without the brackets (do shell script “open –a / Applications/Google\\ Chrome.app –args –incognito”)
• Now, on the top-left of the screen, click on “Script” and then on “Compile.” Look towards the top middle of the screen and you will see a hammer icon. Click on it to save.
• Next, click on “Script” and then on “Run” or the Play icon.
• Don’t need the incognito mode shortcut anymore? Then press the stop icon/button.

Just in case you’d prefer a video to enable Chrome safe mode, here is a detailed visual/audio tutorial.

Use a VPN!

When to enable Chrome Safe Mode, all you’re doing is making sure the web browser works smoothly. However, always remember that this isn’t a defense mechanism technique, and enabling the Safe Mode won’t protect you from online threats.

Using Incognito Mode might help you hide your activities from your internet service provider, but it won’t protect you from hackers, trackers, or spying agents. We recommend using iProVPN for added security, privacy, and protection of data and devices!

To conclude

That’s about all of it! You now know how to enable Chrome Safe Mode on multiple operating systems. By following the step-by-step tutorials above, you will be able to enable Chrome safe mode on Windows, Android, macOS, and iOS. There are also alternative methods underlines, showing you how to enable the option automatically.

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