Most people ask Google questions that they are unable to ask publicly. And after asking them, they delete their search history. What if we tell you that you’ve been deleting your history incorrectly and Google still has your browsing data?
Yes it is true. To delete it permanently, it takes more stealthy steps.
Usually, people go to the history bar and delete the browsing history from their Chrome browser.
But if you take this step, you will be able to delete the data associated with your account.
For this, you need to tap on your image in the top right corner of your Chrome next to the search bar.
Click on “Manage your Google Account”, which will lead to a menu with several tabs.
Type “My Activity” into the search bar on the page where it says “Find Google Account.” Clicking on “My Activity” will take you to your search history. Click the Delete button to delete these browsers.
There is also an option available that allows you to delete your history at a specified time.
As you proceed, Google will present you with a list that will include whether you want to clear only the Google Chrome browser history or YouTube as well.
Stepping further, you will be asked for final confirmation after deleting the history.
While this process deletes your history, Google says other data will be kept for as long as you maintain your account to help the tech giant improve its services.
Google’s privacy terms, read: “We retain certain data for the life of your Google Account if it is useful to help us understand how users interact with our features and how we can improve our services.” are.”
It added: “For example, after you delete a particular Google search from My Activity, we may retain information about how often you search for things, but not whether you What you searched for. When you delete your Google Account, this information about how often you search for things is also removed.”
The My Activity button can also be used to change your location history after which Google will suggest personalized data to you.
This feature is by default for 18 year olds.
Here’s the advice from Google: “When you turn on Location History, you can see a number of benefits across all Google products and services, including personalized maps based on the places you’ve visited. Includes tips, help finding your phone, real-time traffic. Updates about your trip, and more helpful ads.”
