Turn Private Browsing on or off on your iPad

When you use Private Browsing, the details of your browsing aren't saved, and the websites you visit aren't shared with your other devices. Safari won't remember the pages you visit, your search history, or your AutoFill information.

How to turn on Private Browsing

  1. Open Safari on your iPad.

  2. Touch and hold the Tabs button.

  3. Tap New Private Tab.

    iPad with Safari tab options menu open

While Private Browsing is on, the Safari address bar appears black or dark instead of white or gray.

How to turn off Private Browsing

  1. Tap the Tabs button.

  2. Tap [number] Tabs or tap Start Page.

    iPad with with Safari tabs view open

Learn more

Learn how to use Private Browsing on iPhone or iPod touch.