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Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Open Safari Browser on Mac, iPhone, and iPad

Are you new to the world of Apple devices and unsure how to open the Safari browser? Look no further. In this step-by-step tutorial, we will guide you through the process of opening Safari on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Whether you want to browse the internet, access your favorite websites, or explore new content, Safari is a powerful and user-friendly browser that can enhance your online experience. Let’s get started.

Opening Safari on Mac

Locate the Safari icon: On your Mac desktop or in the dock at the bottom of your screen, look for a blue compass-like icon with a white background. This is the Safari icon.

Click on the Safari icon: Once you have located the Safari icon, simply click on it with your mouse or trackpad.

Wait for Safari to launch: After clicking on the icon, give it a few seconds to load. You will see a new window open up with the familiar interface of Safari.

Congratulations. You have successfully opened Safari on your Mac. Now let’s move on to opening it on an iPhone.

Opening Safari on iPhone

Unlock your iPhone: Press either the home button or side button (depending on your device) and swipe up or enter your passcode to unlock your iPhone.

Find the Safari app: Look for an app with a blue compass-like icon labeled “Safari.” It is usually located on one of your home screens or in a folder labeled “Utilities.”

Tap on the Safari app: Once you have located it, simply tap once on its icon.

Wait for Safari to open: Give it a moment for Safari to load. You will be greeted with its familiar interface and ready access to all its features.

Well done. You now know how to open Safari on an iPhone as well. Let’s move on to opening it on an iPad.

Opening Safari on iPad

Wake up your iPad: Press the home button or the power button (depending on your device) to wake up your iPad.

Locate the Safari app: Look for a blue compass-like icon labeled “Safari” on one of your home screens or in a folder.

Tap on the Safari app: Once you have found it, tap once on its icon.

Wait for Safari to load: Give it a few seconds for Safari to open and load its interface. You will then be ready to start browsing the web.

Fantastic. You have successfully opened Safari on your iPad as well. Now you can enjoy all the features and benefits of this versatile browser across all your Apple devices.

In conclusion, opening the Safari browser is a simple process that can be done with just a few clicks or taps, depending on the device you are using. Whether you are using a Mac, iPhone, or iPad, following these step-by-step instructions will ensure that you can easily access and navigate through Safari’s powerful features and functionalities. So go ahead, open Safari, and embark upon an exciting online journey.

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Browse privately in Safari on iPad

Visit sites privately

You can use Private Browsing to open tabs that don’t appear in History on iPad or in the list of tabs on your other devices. Tabs in Private Browsing aren’t shared with your other Apple devices, even if you’re signed in with the same Apple ID .

If you have a passcode set on your iPad, Private Browsing locks when it’s not in use. Private Browsing may not lock immediately.

Follow the directions onscreen to unlock Private Browsing.

Note: Any Safari extensions you have installed that have access to browsing data are automatically turned off in Private Browsing. To turn on an extension in Private Browsing, see Use extensions .

Choose a search engine for Private Browsing

View the privacy report.

Safari helps prevent trackers from following you across websites and from seeing your IP address. You can review the Privacy Report to see a summary of trackers that have been encountered and prevented by Intelligent Tracking Prevention on the current webpage you’re visiting. You can also review and adjust Safari settings to keep your browsing activities private from others who use the same device, and help protect yourself from malicious websites.

Use iCloud Private Relay to browse the web with more privacy

When you subscribe to iCloud+ on iPad , you can use iCloud Private Relay to help prevent websites and network providers from creating a detailed profile about you. When iCloud Private Relay is turned on, the traffic leaving your iPad is encrypted and sent through two separate internet relays. This prevents websites from seeing your IP address and exact location while it prevents network providers from collecting your browsing activity in Safari. See Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay on iPad .

See Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay on iPad to learn how to:

Turn iCloud Private Relay completely on or off for your iPad.

Turn iCloud Private Relay on or off for a specific Wi-Fi or cellular network.

Turn iCloud Private Relay off temporarily.

Set the specificity of your IP address location.

Temporarily allow a website to see your IP address

If a website relies on IP filtering, monitoring, or rate-limiting, it might require your IP address to be visible. You can turn off iCloud Private Relay temporarily for that website only.

Note: iCloud Private Relay isn’t available in all countries or regions. See the iOS and iPadOS Feature Availability website .

Tap Show IP Address (if available).

Your IP address remains visible to that website until you leave the website or close its Safari tab. iCloud Private Relay remains on for other websites.

To turn off or pause iCloud Private Relay for all websites, see Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay on iPad .

Control privacy and security settings for Safari

Prevent Cross-Site Tracking: Safari limits third-party cookies and data by default. Turn this option off to allow cross-site tracking.

Hide IP address: Safari automatically protects your IP address from known trackers. For eligible iCloud+ subscribers, your IP address is protected from trackers and websites as you browse in Safari. If this option is off, your IP address isn’t hidden.

Fraudulent Website Warning: Safari displays a warning if you’re visiting a suspected phishing website. Turn this option off if you don’t want to be warned about fraudulent websites.

Camera: Choose whether Safari websites can use your camera without asking you first. Tap Camera, then choose Ask, Deny, or Allow.

Microphone: Choose whether Safari websites can use your microphone without asking you first. Tap Microphone, then choose Ask, Deny, or Allow.

Location: Choose whether Safari websites can use your location without asking you first. Tap Location, then choose Ask, Deny, or Allow.

How to Go Incognito in Safari on iPhone, iPad & Mac

How to Go Incognito in Safari on iPhone

3. Tap Done or the “+” button to open a new private tab in Safari. 

How to Exit Incognito Mode in Safari on iPhone

2. Tap [numbers] Tab to exit private browsing mode in Safari on iPhone.

How to Go Incognito in Safari on iPad

3. You will know that you’re browsing privately in Safari as the address bar will turn dark or black, and the buttons also turn black (instead of blue).

How to Exit Incognito Mode in Safari on iPad

How to Go Incognito in Safari on Mac

1. Open Safari and click on File in the menu bar at the top.

How to Make Incognito the Default Mode in Safari

If you are a privacy-concious user, you can choose to always start Safari in incognito mode for private browsing. When you do this, Safari is going to open a private window by default on your Mac. Here’s what you need to do:

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How to Go Incognito on Mac, iPhone or iPad

Incognito mode — known as Private Browsing in Safari — lets you browse the internet without your computer storing any traces of where you’ve been. Safari won’t log your history or store any cookies from a private browsing session. Learn how to activate Private Browsing in Safari on macOS and iOS, then find out how to enjoy true online privacy with a dedicated secure browser.

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While Safari’s Private Browsing (incognito) mode won’t keep you completely anonymous — for example, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and employers can still see what you’re up to — it will keep your activity private if you share your device with other people. 

Usernames, passwords, and other data crumbs aren’t saved on your device when you browse in Private Mode. Read on to learn how to go incognito in Safari on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

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How to access incognito mode in Safari on Mac

To open a private browsing window in Safari — that is, to go incognito on Mac — use the keyboard shortcut Command + Shift + N ( Ctrl + Shift + N on Windows). Or, open Safari, select File in the task bar, and click New Private Window . Find more detailed steps below.

How to go incognito on Mac

Here’s how to enable “incognito mode” on Safari if you’re using a Mac.

With Safari open on your Mac, select File from the top menu bar, and then choose New Private Window . You can also input the keyboard shortcut Shift + Command + N .

Safari will open a new Private Browsing window. You’ll know that you’re browsing privately based on the black background and Safari's confirmation.

Any tabs that you open within this Private Browsing window will function as individual private sessions — Safari won’t share any browsing data between private tabs.

How to always browse privately in Safari for Mac

You can also set Safari to open Private Browsing windows by default. Here’s how:

In the top menu bar, choose Safari , then select Preferences . You can also input the keyboard shortcut Command +, .

In the General tab, click the Safari opens with menu and choose A new private window . This setting means that Safari will open with a Private Browsing window whenever you start Safari.

If you don’t see this option available, here’s what to do:

Click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of your screen and open your System Preferences .

Click General .

Confirm that Close windows when quitting an app is checked.

You should now be able to set Safari to open with a Private Browsing window as described above.

How to open a link in a private window

Sometimes you may want to open a link directly in a private window. To do so, right-click on the link and select Open Link in a New Private Window .

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When you’re done browsing privately, simply close the window to exit Private Browsing. Click the little red circle in the top-left corner to disable Private Browsing and go back to normal browsing.

If, for whatever reason, you want to keep your Private Browsing window open but browse normally on a new tab, simply switch to a normal browsing window. If you don’t have one currently open, click File , then select New Window . You can also input the keyboard shortcut Command + N .

Why can't I open a private tab on Safari?

When you use private mode, Safari creates a completely new browser session with different settings that prevent any browsing data from being stored. That’s why you need to open a completely new Private Browsing window. It’s not possible to mix private and normal tabs within the same browsing window , since they operate with different settings.

But, you can always run multiple private tabs within the same private window. Simply press Command + T to open a new private tab while you’re in a private window, just like you would in normal browsing mode.

How to access incognito mode on Safari on an iPhone

Opening up Private Browsing or “incognito mode” on an iPhone is just as easy as it is on a Mac, and you’ll enjoy all the same benefits. Safari won’t store any local session data on your iPhone, nor will it sync anything from your private session to iCloud.

Here’s how to activate Safari’s Private Browsing on iPhone.

How to turn on Private Browsing on iPhone

Open Safari on your iPhone and tap the new page icon in the lower-right corner.

Tap Private in the lower-left corner.

Tap the + symbol or tap Done to begin browsing in private mode.

You’ll know that you’re in Private Browsing mode because Safari will look darker than it usually does.

How to remove Private Browsing on iPhone

To turn off Private Browsing, just repeat the same steps as described in the section directly above on turning on Private Browsing. Except that now, when you open a new page and tap Private , you’ll deactivate Private Browsing. Then tap Done to browse the internet normally.

How to access incognito mode on Safari on an iPad

To activate Private Browsing in Safari for iPad, follow the same steps we went through for Private Browsing on iPhone . The iPad and iPhone both use the iOS operating system, so the steps for using Private Browsing are the same on both devices.

What is Safari’s Private Browsing mode?

Safari was the first major browser to introduce a private browsing mode , adding it all the way back in 2005. Private Browsing in Safari works by creating a temporary browsing session — a session is a single use of your browser, from the time you open it to the time you shut it down.

Safari’s Private Browsing mode creates a completely new session for each private tab — or “new private window” — you open. These temporary private sessions are completely isolated from one another as well as from your primary browsing window. That means:

You won’t be signed in to any of your accounts.

Safari won’t store your browsing or Smart Search history, nor will it log the contents of any forms you’ve filled out.

Session data is wiped — and cookies are cleared — when you close your Private Browsing window.

Private browsing modes conceal your internet activity on a local device level , so there won’t be any record of what you’ve done on your computer. Anyone else using the same device won’t be able to see where you went or what you did while you were there. Safari’s “incognito” mode also means that your activity from your private browsing session won’t be logged to your iCloud account and synced to other devices you use.

For these reasons, private browsing is a convenient way to quickly log in and use a shared computer. You can also use private browsing to log in to the same website with multiple accounts at once — one account in your primary browsing window, and other accounts while browsing privately.

How private is Private Browsing on an iPhone or Mac?

While browsing privately on an iPhone or Mac, your IP address is still visible to any website or service you use, and your internet service provider can still see which websites you’re visiting. The same goes for browsing privately while at school or at work — a private browsing session will still leave your internet activity exposed to your school or employer.

While Private Browsing mode preserves your privacy on your device , it won’t conceal your behavior or protect you against identity theft , help you hide your IP address , or prevent advertisers (or other third-parties) from tracking your activity online. And, crucially, it won’t stop websites from using browser fingerprinting techniques to identify you with a remarkable degree of accuracy. For true privacy online, you’ll want to consider two other options: a secure browser and a VPN.

Secure browsers are web browsers built with specific features to protect your privacy and enhance your security online. Avast Secure Browser features a built-in password manager that lets you securely create and store unique passwords for all your accounts, while the Hack Check feature will alert you if any of your passwords have been exposed or compromised.

Plus, Avast Secure Browser protects you against web tracking by blocking ads, cookies, and other types of online trackers — and it even stymies advanced browser fingerprinting techniques.

VPNs , or virtual private networks , encrypt your internet connection and hide your IP address from websites and services you use. Since a VPN encrypts your traffic all the way from your device itself, your internet activity will remain hidden from anyone on your network as well as from your ISP. Avast Secure Browser for iOS and Android conveniently includes a free, built-in VPN.

Do other browsers have an incognito mode?

Though the name might vary from browser to browser, most modern browsers permit private browsing. Like in Safari, private browsing in Firefox is simply called Private Browsing . If you want to browse privately in Google Chrome , you’ll be going Incognito , and Microsoft Edge’s private mode is known as InPrivate . With Avast Secure Browser, you’ll be using Stealth Mode to browse privately.

All of these private browsing modes function the same way: they all let you browse the internet without your browser storing any of the data (history, login credentials, cookies, and so on) from your session.

Private searching vs private browsing: is there a difference?

There’s absolutely a difference between private searching and private browsing . Private browsing affects the data your browser stores on your computer, but it doesn’t have any effect on what other websites do. A private search refers to using a search engine that doesn’t track you online or log any information about your activity.

Compare Google — which tracks your searches unless you change your Google account settings — to DuckDuckGo, a popular alternative search engine that doesn’t track your queries.

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Powerful anti-phishing technology protects you against malicious websites and downloads that could otherwise steal your personal information or install malware on your device. And with a built-in password manager, webcam protection, an automatically encrypted connection to any website, and even a free mobile VPN , Avast Secure Browser ensures that your personal data remains safe from prying eyes.

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How to Go Incognito on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

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How to use Private Browsing in Safari, and how private is it?

Sep 15, 2023 6 min read

As consumers take stronger stands on privacy and what data they want to share, web browsers that offer incognito features become more valuable. From cookies that can track your online activity to avoiding malicious sites, the rationale behind private browsing modes is robust. Safari’s private browsing mode is Apple’s response to the issue. But how private is it? How does it work? And how do you activate it? Let’s dive into the answers to these questions.

Is Private Browsing in Safari really private?

The short answer is no. While Private Browsing in Safari has many useful features and adds a strong layer of security and privacy to your online activity, it is not 100% private. As such, knowing what actually changes when you enter Private Browsing mode is essential.

When in Private Browsing, Safari can:

• Make your searches private by concealing your web history
• Prevent cross-site tracking by limiting third-party cookies and data by default
• Hide your IP address from known trackers
• Block cookies
• Flag and warn you about fraudulent websites
• Safeguard your personal data from websites that want to extract it to serve you customized ads
• Avoid breaches and fraud by turning off autofill features for usernames, passwords, payment cards, Apple Pay, and other information

What Private Browsing doesn’t do

While the features listed above are useful, there are several things that Private Browsing cannot do. These gaps can be used by others to know if you are using the feature.

Here’s who can still see your activity, even when Private Browsing is on:

• Websites : Websites can still track some of your information, for example, your general location, and what operating system and browser you are using.
• Hackers : Private Browsing is not an antimalware solution. Cybercriminals and hackers may be able to breach Safari’s security and privacy features using malware or phishing techniques.
• Apps : Parenting and spyware apps can also bypass Apple’s privacy solution. However, using these apps without the user’s consent is illegal.
• Network : Internet service providers, including public Wi-Fi providers and network administrators, will still see your activity. This includes connections offered by your employer, school, or university.
• Terminal Archive : Those who have enough technical knowledge may still be able to access your private browsing history using Mac Console and Terminal.

How to increase your privacy when using Private Browsing on Mac

Apple does an excellent job of hiding your online activity and keeping your data safe when Private Browsing is turned on. However, Safari does store some cache information about your activity, which can be found in the Terminal archive.

To eliminate all traces in the Terminal archive:

• Go to Applications, select Utilities, and launch Console.
• Click your Mac in the sidebar.
• In the search box, type: any:mdnsresponder and click the Play button.
• Open Finder and search for Terminal in the search bar.
• Run the Terminal application.
• Type the following text into Terminal and hit Enter: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder .
• Enter your Admin password if necessary. 

By following these steps, you are deleting what is known as the DNS cache. Keep in mind that you must copy the text exactly as shown above. Don’t do anything else that may affect the Terminal archive and application. 

Use trusted antimalware and privacy software

Another efficient way to guarantee your privacy is by using CleanMyMac X . Its Privacy module will delete any unwanted digital footprints, no matter where they’re stored. It will quickly delete cookies, browsing history, and the stored list of public Wi-Fi networks on your Mac. 

To use the Privacy module of CleanMyMac X: 

• Download CleanMyMac X .
• Go to the Privacy module.
• Choose the browsers you use and select Browsing History.
• Click Remove. 

That way, CleanMyMac X can delete your online and offline history, including all traces of browsing and downloads. 

How to use Private Browsing in Safari for iPhone

To use Private Browsing on your iPhone, all you have to do is activate it. This can be done in several ways. Remember that when using Private Browsing, websites you visit won’t be shared with other devices, and the list of pages you visited will not show up in your Safari history. Additionally, Private Browsing will deactivate all autofill functions. You will have to manually type in your passwords, usernames, and payment information. Let’s dive into how to switch the feature on for your iPhone. 

Switch on Private mode in Safari using a shortcut

One option is to use a shortcut to quickly switch to Private mode. This can be done on iPhone, and there is also a shortcut to enable Private Browsing mode for Safari on iPad.

To switch to Private Browsing using a shortcut in your iPhone:

• Open Safari and tap and hold the Tabs button in the bottom right. 
• Click Private (the icon shows a hand signaling stop). 
• To open a new private tab, choose the New Private Tab option.
• Close the Private Browsing window to turn off Private Browsing on your iPhone. 

If you are using an iPad: 

• Tap and hold the Plus icon in the top-right corner. 
• Select New Private Tab from the drop-down menu.
• To turn off Safari Private Browsing, close the Private window and open a new normal one. 

How to turn Private Browsing on or off in Safari for iPhone

The other way to turn on Private Browsing on your iPhone is to:

• Open Safari on your iPhone.
• Tap the Tabs button in the bottom right.
• Select the icon in the bottom center that reads [number] Tabs or Start Page.
• Tap Private (the icon shows a hand signaling stop), then Done.

To stop using Private Browsing:

• Tap Private to return to normal browsing, then Done.

If you want to check if Private Browsing mode is currently on, open Safari and go to any site. If the Safari address bar is of a black or dark color instead of white or gray, then the feature is on.

How to use Private Browsing on Mac

Activating Safari’s Private Browsing mode on your Mac is just as straightforward, and the benefits are the same as when used on iPhone or iPad. Plus, you have the option to set it as your default method of online browsing.

How to turn on and turn off Private Browsing in Safari for Mac

To turn Private Browsing on for Safari on Mac: 

• Open the Safari app.  
• Click the File menu and select New Private Window. 

To turn Private Browsing off on your Mac: 

• If you are using a Private window in your Safari app, simply close it. 
• Go to File and select New Window to open a non-private window. 

How to open a Private tab in Safari by default

If you want to browse privately at all times, you can also enable Private Browsing by default:

• In Safari, navigate to Preferences > General.
• Click on the pop-up menu titled “Safari opens with.” 
• Click on “A new private window.”

While Safari’s Private browsing mode isn’t the ultimate solution for your online privacy and security, it is a robust technology that will help you protect your data. If you’re looking for the first layer of privacy protection, make no mistake, Safari Private Browsing can get the job done. And if you’re also interested in keeping your shopping habits private, check out this guide to hiding orders on Amazon we published earlier.

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How to Turn Private Browsing Mode On and Off on Your iPad

Key Points:

• In private browsing mode, Safari will not save any information about your browsing session, such as your history, cookies, or autofill data.
• To enable or disable private browsing mode on iPad, you need to use Safari browser and tap on the Private button in the Tabs menu.
• Private browsing mode on your iPad is limited in what it can hide, but using the Ghostery tracker & ad blocker extension for Safari blocks trackers and enhances your privacy.

If you want to browse the web without leaving a trace of your activity, you might want to use private browsing mode on your iPad.

This feature allows you to surf the web without saving your history, cookies, or autofill data. It also prevents websites from tracking your online behavior and personalizing ads based on your preferences.

Private browsing mode on iPad is especially useful when you want to keep your browsing habits private from other people who might use your iPad, such as family members or friends.

This feature can also help you avoid unwanted ads and pop-ups that might slow down your browsing experience or expose you to malware.

We will show you how to both enable private browsing mode on iPad and turn off private browsing mode using Safari , the default browser for iOS devices. We will also introduce you to Ghostery, a powerful ad blocker extension for Safari that can enhance your privacy while browsing the web.

How to Turn Private Browsing Mode On

If you want to browse the web in private browsing mode on your iPad, you need to use Safari browser and follow these steps:

• Launch Safari browser on your iPad.
• Locate and tap on the Tabs icon in Safari’s toolbar. It looks like two overlapping squares.
• Tap and hold the Tabs button.
• Tap New Private Tab .

You will see a dark background and a message saying “Private Browsing Enabled”. This means that private browsing mode is active and Safari will not save any information about your browsing session.

The Safari address bar will also appear dark instead of light.

You can now browse the web privately without worrying about leaving any traces behind. You can also switch between private and regular tabs or windows by tapping on the Private button again.

How to Turn Private Browsing Mode Off

To turn off private browsing mode on your iPad:

• Tap Private so show the Tabs Groups list.
• Tap [number] Tabs at the top of the Tabs Groups list.

You can also close the private browsing tab or window by tapping on the X icon. Alternatively, you can swipe up from the bottom of the screen and close all tabs or windows at once.

You can now browse the web normally with Safari’s default settings.

However, if you want to enhance your privacy and security even further, you might want to consider using an ad blocker extension like Ghostery.

Ghostery: The Ad Blocker Extension for Safari

While private browsing mode can help you hide your browsing activity from your iPad and websites, it cannot prevent third-party trackers from collecting your data and personalizing ads based on your online behavior.

These trackers can slow down your browsing speed, compromise your security, and invade your privacy.

That’s why we recommend using Ghostery, our powerful ad blocker extension for Safari that can block these trackers and protect your privacy while browsing the web.

Ghostery can also help you improve your browsing speed , save bandwidth, and reduce clutter on web pages.

Ghostery has many features and benefits that can enhance your private browsing experience on your iPad, such as:

• Blocking ads, trackers, and pop-ups from websites
• Showing you how many trackers are blocked on each website
• Providing you with detailed information about each tracker and its purpose

Ghostery gives you control over your personal data and online identity and offers a cleaner, faster, and a more private browsing experience.

You can use Ghostery while browsing the web in private browsing mode.

How to Enable Ghostery

To install Ghostery:

• Open Ghostery Privacy Ad Blocker in the App Store.
• Download by pressing Get .
• Follow the onscreen instructions.

To enable Ghostery on your iPad’s Safari browser, follow the animations in our guide or watch our YouTube video tutorial .

After installing and enabling Ghostery, you can enjoy a more private browsing experience with Ghostery’s ad blocking capabilities.

Final Thoughts

Private browsing mode is a handy feature that can help you browse the web without leaving any traces behind on your iPad.

However, it is not enough to protect you from third-party trackers that can collect your data and personalize ads based on your online behavior.

By combining Ghostery with Safari’s in private browsing feature, you can enjoy a more private and fast browsing experience on your iPad.

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