How to Access Private Browsing Mode on Mobile Devices

Accessing a private browser (often called "incognito mode" or "private mode") is a useful tool when you want to browse without saving your history, cookies, or site data. This is particularly helpful when troubleshooting web pages, as private browsing allows you to view a site without any interference from cached files, cookies, or login states. For example, if you're trying to resolve issues on a page, using private mode ensures you're seeing the most current version of the site without any stored data affecting the display or functionality.

Google Chrome (Android & iPhone):

1. Open the Chrome app.

2. Tap the three dots (menu) in the top-right corner (Android) or bottom-right corner (iPhone).

3. Select New Incognito Tab.

   • You will see the Incognito icon (a hat and glasses) at the top of the screen indicating you are in private browsing mode.

Safari (iPhone):

1. Open the Safari app.

2. Tap the tabs icon in the bottom-right corner (it looks like two overlapping squares).

3. Tap the [number] Tabs at the bottom center of the screen.

4. Choose Private.

5. Tap Done to open a private browsing tab.

   • The browser will switch to private mode, and the background will turn dark.

Mozilla Firefox (Android & iPhone):

1. Open the Firefox app.

2. Tap the three dots (menu) in the bottom-right corner (Android) or top-right corner (iPhone).

3. Select New Private Tab.

   • You’ll see a mask icon at the top of the screen, indicating you are in private browsing mode.

Microsoft Edge (Android & iPhone):

1. Open the Edge app.

2. Tap the three dots (menu) in the bottom-center (iPhone) or bottom-right corner (Android).

3. Select New InPrivate Tab.

   • The InPrivate tab will open, indicated by a blue banner at the top of the screen.

Samsung Internet (Android):

1. Open the Samsung Internet app.

2. Tap the tabs icon (two overlapping squares) in the bottom-right corner.

3. Tap Turn on Secret mode at the bottom of the screen.

4. Set up a password or biometrics for secret mode if it’s your first time.

   • You’ll see "Secret mode enabled" at the top, indicating you're browsing privately.