{"id":10104,"date":"2024-10-15T11:52:05","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T11:52:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?p=10104"},"modified":"2025-08-22T12:24:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T12:24:10","slug":"private-browsing-on-ios","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Private Browsing on iOS Devices?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In today&#8217;s digital world, privacy has become a growing concern. As more people get online, access is on mobile, it becomes important to protect personal information. One way to avoid every website collecting your information is to browse the web on iOS, such as your iPhone or iPad, using Private Browsing mode. This is a feature that forces sites not to store cookies, browsing history, etc., on your device. If you are looking for privacy or need to research something sensitive, or simply want to delete your browsing history from web browsing, for Apple device users, this guide will help you follow the steps to use Private Browsing on iOS devices, and also some <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">extra security solutions<\/a>, such as iProVPN.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#What_is_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\" >What is Private Browsing on iOS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Why_Use_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\" >Why Use Private Browsing on iOS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#How_to_Turn_on_Private_Browsing_on_iPhone\" >How to Turn on Private Browsing on iPhone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#How_to_Do_Incognito_on_Safari\" >How to Do Incognito on Safari?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Benefits_of_Private_Browsing_on_Safari_iPhone\" >Benefits of Private Browsing on Safari iPhone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Limitations_of_Private_Browsing_Mode\" >Limitations of Private Browsing Mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Enhancing_Privacy_with_iProVPN\" >Enhancing Privacy with iProVPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Benefits_of_Using_iProVPN_with_Private_Browsing\" >Benefits of Using iProVPN with Private Browsing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#How_to_Set_Up_iProVPN_on_iOS_Devices\" >How to Set Up iProVPN on iOS Devices?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Why_iProVPN_is_a_Must-Have_for_iPhone_Users\" >Why iProVPN is a Must-Have for iPhone Users?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#When_to_Use_Private_Browsing_and_iProVPN_Together\" >When to Use Private Browsing and iProVPN Together<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/private-browsing-on-ios\/#FAQs_About_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\" >FAQs About Private Browsing on iOS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\"><\/span><strong>What is Private Browsing on iOS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Incognito Mode, also known as Private Browsing or Private Mode, is a feature that is available in the iPhone\u2019s Safari browser and enables you to surf the internet and not saving a browsing history or browser cookies, or any data of the website you browse. It is a great way to surf the web, keeping you out of the prying eyes of opportunistic hackers because it records your activities on your device.<\/p>\n<p>Private Browsing mode keeps your local data safe, but it doesn\u2019t make you untraceable. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/who-is-my-internet-service-provider-isp-find-out-how\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">internet service provider (ISP)<\/a> can still monitor your browsing activity, and websites can still track you. If using a VPN goes out of your window, then this is where iProVPN comes in, an extra layer of security and privacy.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read About &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/how-to-disable-private-browsing-on-iphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Disable Private Browsing on iPhone<\/a>&#8220;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Use_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\"><\/span><strong>Why Use Private Browsing on iOS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Private Browsing on iOS offers several advantages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> No Saved History:<\/strong> Safari will not store your browsing history.<\/li>\n<li><strong> No Cookies or Trackers:<\/strong> Cookies and any website tracking of your browsing behavior will be disabled on websites.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Auto Closing Tabs:<\/strong> When you turn off Private Browsing mode, all open tabs in Safari on your device will automatically close, so no trace is left behind.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Temporary File Storage:<\/strong> When you leave Private Browsing mode, temporary internet files and cached data are deleted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>But as mentioned, this only prevents storing data on your device. If you want full online privacy, look to other tools such as iProVPN that can blow useless online fingerprints out of the sky and keep you safe by encrypting data otherwise sent in the clear and <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-hide-ip-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">masking your IP address<\/a> so you\u2019d become absolutely anonymous.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Turn_on_Private_Browsing_on_iPhone\"><\/span><strong>How to Turn on Private Browsing on iPhone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to turn on Private Browsing (incognito mode) on an iPhone. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Open Safari:<\/strong> Go to Settings on your iPhone and then open Safari.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access Tabs View<\/strong>: So, tap the two overlapping squares icon that appears in the bottom right corner. That will show you the Tabs View.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enable Private Browsing:<\/strong> You can select \u201cPrivate\u201d from that menu in the Tabs View, either by tapping \u201cX Tabs\u201d or \u201cStart Page\u201d at the bottom (depending on how many tabs are open), depending on which of those options you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tap Done:<\/strong> You\u2019re now in Private Browsing mode. When you browse privately, your interface will become dark to let you know.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you want to exit Private Browsing mode, simply repeat the steps, and you will be presented with a list of all your tabs, and can select \u201cStart page\u201d or preserve your chosen number of tabs. It will return you to regular browsing mode.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_Incognito_on_Safari\"><\/span><strong>How to Do Incognito on Safari?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to iOS, if you\u2019re looking for how to make incognito on Safari, the steps are the same as entering Private Browsing mode because they use the same terms: incognito and Private Browsing are interchangeable.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Safari.<\/li>\n<li>Tap the tabs icon.<\/li>\n<li>Switch to Private mode.<\/li>\n<li>Browse as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You can also return to normal browsing at any point by using the same procedure and choosing regular browsing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Private_Browsing_on_Safari_iPhone\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Private Browsing on Safari iPhone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The perks of Private Browsing on Safari iPhone come in handy if you don\u2019t want others to know what you\u2019re doing with your device. Here are some additional benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Prevent Auto-fill Information:<\/strong> In Private Browsing mode, Safari won\u2019t save personal information or even your login credentials in a form.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ideal for Shopping or Researching:<\/strong> Private Browsing helps keep your activities secret if you\u2019re researching sensitive topics, but also if you are shopping for gifts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bypass Paywalls: <\/strong>But some websites have also put a limit on the number of free articles you can read using cookies. You can navigate around these restrictions by using Private Browsing because cookies aren\u2019t saved after each session.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, while this is great, it is important to know that these benefits don\u2019t make you invisible online. Your ISP can still track your activity, and websites are using data-gathering techniques to gain information about your browsing behavior.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read About &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/delete-safari-browser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Delete Safari Browser<\/a>&#8220;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations_of_Private_Browsing_Mode\"><\/span><strong>Limitations of Private Browsing Mode<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite its usefulness, Safari incognito mode on iPhone comes with limitations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> No Full Anonymity:<\/strong> Private Browsing hides your activity from people who use your device, but doesn\u2019t prevent websites, advertisers, or your ISP from tracking your activity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No Protection from Malware or Phishing<\/strong>: Private Browsing does no such thing \u2014 it provides no additional protection from malicious websites or <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/what-is-url-phishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">phishing attacks<\/a>. If you\u2019re worried about these threats, then security tools such as iProVPN are recommended.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Minimal Data Encryption:<\/strong> Private Browsing does not encrypt your internet traffic at all. It means,s that anyone can still see what websites you are visiting, which is why you&#8217;ll still want to pair this mode with a VPN.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Privacy_with_iProVPN\"><\/span><strong>Enhancing Privacy with iProVPN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Private Browsing does not guarantee you anonymity, only privacy. iProVPN is a <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/virtual-private-network\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">virtual private network (VPN)<\/a> service that encrypts your internet traffic and hides your real IP, giving you that little bit of extra security and safety that you wouldn\u2019t have otherwise.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Using_iProVPN_with_Private_Browsing\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Using iProVPN with Private Browsing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Enhanced Anonymity<\/strong>: iProVPN provides you with an encrypted tunnel through which you are being routed, hiding your IP address. With this, websites, advertisers, or even your ISP won\u2019t easily be able to track you online.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Encryption: <\/strong>You are safe as you get all your internet traffic encrypted, and encrypted data cannot be intercepted or monitored by anyone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access Restricted Content: <\/strong>Using iProVPN, you can unplug yourself from any <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/what-is-geo-blocking-and-how-do-you-bypass-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">geo-restrictions<\/a> found on a certain site or service, or you cannot access it in your region. It involves going around firewalls and content filters; you can use it to go and browse unrestricted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No Logs Policy: <\/strong>Additionally, iProVPN takes a strict no logs policy, which means the company does not store any of your data, so your browsing data is also kept private across another layer or two.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Set_Up_iProVPN_on_iOS_Devices\"><\/span><strong>How to Set Up iProVPN on iOS Devices?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Setting up iProVPN on your iPhone or iPad is simple:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Download the iProVPN App: <\/strong>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN app<\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/iprovpn-privacy-on-the-web\/id1541172950\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App Store<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create an Account<\/strong>: iProVPN allows you to easily sign up using an account and a <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscription plan<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Log In<\/strong>: After that, log in to the iProVPN app with the account.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select a Server: <\/strong>You have a <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">variety of servers<\/a> in different regions to choose from. To access country-specific content, choose a server in the specified country.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connect: <\/strong>Click on the Connect button to set up the VPN. As a result, subsequent internet traffic is encrypted, and an IP address is masked.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you want to be 100% sure that your online activities are private and secure regardless of which network you are connected to, i.e., whether you\u2019re connected to public Wi-Fi or an unsecured network, then use iProVPN in combination with Private Browsing mode.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_iProVPN_is_a_Must-Have_for_iPhone_Users\"><\/span><strong>Why iProVPN is a Must-Have for iPhone Users?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If it\u2019s your online privacy you need to worry about, Safari&#8217;s Private Browsing mode is not enough. It protects your browsing history on your device, but not from network tracking, data interception, and third-party surveillance.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s why iProVPN is essential for iPhone users:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Complete Privacy<\/strong>: iProVPN keeps your <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/what-is-an-ip-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IP address<\/a> and your traffic private by encrypting through the VPN and masking your IP address as you browse the web.<\/p>\n<p><strong>No Data Leaks:<\/strong> All this means that there are no data leaks as iProVPN uses advanced security protocols like WireGuard, OpenVPN.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bypass Geo-Restrictions<\/strong>: Geo restrictions are no match for the superpowers of iProVPN, which ensures you can get over them whether you are traveling or prefer to watch content from any point on earth.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for total privacy and security, combine Private Browsing in Safari with iProVPN, and you\u2019ll never leave a trace.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Use_Private_Browsing_and_iProVPN_Together\"><\/span>When to Use Private Browsing and iProVPN Together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some scenarios where using both Private Browsing mode and iProVPN on your iPhone can be highly beneficial:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Public Wi-Fi:<\/strong> If you\u2019re on public Wi-Fi at a coffee shop or airport, your data can get intercepted. Now, to encrypt your traffic and private browsing to <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/how-to-delete-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disable cookies<\/a> and history, use iProVPN.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accessing Geo-Restricted Content:<\/strong> Want to watch a show from another country? Switch to the server in the needed location using iProVPN and open a new incognito or private browsing window where you will browse in order to avoid local caching of your browsing activity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Researching Sensitive Topics<\/strong>: Naturally, if you\u2019re researching sensitive topics, Private Browsing and iProVPN combined will serve to make your device and online activity private as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At a guess, Private Browsing on iOS is a great way to protect your browsing history and personal data being stored on your device if they are seen by you. Yet for full online privacy and security, you can&#8217;t get away without using it with iProVPN. Private Browsing will hide your activities locally, while iProVPN will encrypt your data, hide your IP address, and protect your online activities from prying eyes.<\/p>\n<p>With these steps, you turn on Private Browsing on your iPhone and iPad to boost your privacy level on <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/ios-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS devices<\/a>. To be fully protected, take your online security to the next level with <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Using this combo, you can safely browse the web with absolute privacy and without any intrusion by third parties.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' \n                class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-304__enabled' \n                data-collection='' \n                data-pagination='0' \n                data-search='0' \n                data-pagination-enabled='0'\n                role='region'\n                aria-label='FAQ Section'\n                aria-live='polite'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Private_Browsing_on_iOS\"><\/span>FAQs About Private Browsing on iOS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-10105\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-10105\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-10105\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How can I private browsing on iPhone?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-10105\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-10105\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>All you have to do to turn on Private Browsing is open the Safari app. Then, tap the two overlapping squares in the bottom right corner (its tabs view is opened up now). Below this you will see the option &#8216;Private&#8217;. Hit that, tap &#8220;Done,&#8221; and you&#8217;re basically good to go anonymously.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-10106\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-10106\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-10106\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Can I use Incognito mode for iPhone?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-10106\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-10106\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Yes! Private Browsing in Safari is just another name for Incognito mode on iPhone. What they do is the same thing \u2014 you will not store your history or cookies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-10107\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-10107\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-10107\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What is the difference between Incognito and Private Browsing of Safari?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-10107\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-10107\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Not really, they are practically the same thing. Whether you call it Incognito or Private Browsing, the feature works the same: it stops your browsing history, all cookies and other data from being saved.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-10108\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-10108\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-10108\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Will surfing the web in Private Browsing really leave me totally invisible online?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-10108\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-10108\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Unfortunately, it\u2019s not the case. Private Browsing keeps your activity private from other people who use your device, but not from the rest of the Internet. To be totally private, use a VPN like iProVPN.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-10109\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-10109\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-10109\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How do I turn off Private Browsing on iPhone?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-10109\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-10109\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>To turn off Private Browsing, open Safari, tap the tabs icon (the two overlapping squares), and switch back to the &#8220;Start Page&#8221; or your open tabs. 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