One of the less talked about features that Apple included in the iOS 5 update for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch was the ability to turn on private browsing in the Safari browser. And because it hasn’t been talked about extensively, most of you might not have heard of it or have absolutely no idea how to enable it. Well, we’re here to help, and we’ll have you browsing the web privately in no time.
The first thing you will want to do is go to ” on your iDevice. That gray icon with the gears.
Next, scroll down and tap on it. This will bring up a number of options for the browser.
You will see it under section. Turn the switch on and get to work.
Once enabled, you will be able to browse the web without storing your browser data. This means login information, websites you visit, searches you make, and the like.
Perfect for those who are shopping for birthdays or holidays from your phone, and for curious family members or significant others.
If you already have a working browser, you will be prompted by the above screen. When you’re done, close Safari and all your private information will be gone.
It’s that easy.
