How to Open a Private (Incognito) Browser

A private or incognito window does not save browsing history, cookies, or form data after you close it. This can help determine whether a problem is caused by saved browser data rather than the website or service itself.

 

Google Chrome

Use the Menu

  1. Open Google Chrome.
  2. Select the Menu icon (three dots in the upper‑right corner).
  3. Select New Incognito Window.

Keyboard Shortcut

  • Windows: Ctrl + Shift + N
  • Mac: Command + Shift + N

 

Mozilla Firefox

Use the Menu

  1. Open Firefox.
  2. Select the Menu button (three lines in the upper‑right corner).
  3. Select New Private Window.

Keyboard Shortcut

  • Windows: Ctrl + Shift + P
  • Mac: Command + Shift + P

 

Microsoft Edge

Use the Menu

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Select the Menu button (three dots in the upper‑right corner).
  3. Select New InPrivate Window.

Keyboard Shortcut

  • Windows: Ctrl + Shift + N
  • Mac: Command + Shift + N

 

Safari (macOS)

Use the Menu

  1. Open Safari.
  2. From the menu bar at the top of the screen, select File.
  3. Select New Private Window.

A private window opens with a dark Smart Search field to indicate private browsing is on.

Keyboard Shortcut

  • Mac: Command + Shift + N
Print Article