Safe Browsing

If an abuser knows how to read your browser history they may be able to see information that you have recently viewed on the internet, use the information below to learn how to delete your browser history and cover your tracks.

Mobile – iPhone/Android

If you use an android phone

• Click on bookmarks
• Under ‘History’ select ‘More’ and ‘Clear History’

Most smartphones and tablets have the option to use a secret tab, which does not show in your browsing history.

PC / MAC

You can clear your browser history by doing the following:

If you use Internet Explorer (PC)

• Click on the Tools menu, select ‘Internet Options’.
• On General page, under Temporary Internet Files, click on ‘Delete Files’. 
• Under History click on ‘Clear History’. 

If you use Firefox (PC and Apple Mac)

• Click on ‘Tools’ and select ‘Clear Private Data’. 
• Make sure ‘Browsing History’ is ticked and click ‘Clear Private Data Now’. 

If you use Safari (PC and Apple Mac)

• Select Bookmarks. 
• Click on ‘Show All Bookmarks’. 
• Click on History and click bookmarks you wish to delete. 
• From top menu select ‘Edit’ the ‘Delete. 

Please remember that even if you delete your browser history, an IT expert may still be able to recover details.

The safest way to find information on the internet is to use a friends or public computer, such as computers in the local library, an internet cafe or at work.