No, My Incognito is not truly safe in the sense that it hides your online activity from everyone.
When you use Incognito mode (or private browsing), it primarily helps keep your local browsing activity hidden from others who use the same device. This means your browsing history, cookies, and site data won't be saved on your computer or phone after you close the Incognito windows.
However, based on the reference, Incognito or private mode will keep your local browsing private, but it won't stop your ISP, school, or employer from seeing where you've been online.
What Incognito Mode Does Not Hide
It's crucial to understand that Incognito mode provides a limited form of privacy. Here's what it doesn't prevent:
- Your Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your ISP can see pretty much everything you do online, regardless of whether you're using Incognito mode. They see the websites you visit because all your internet traffic passes through them.
- Your School or Employer: If you're using a network provided by your school or employer, they can often monitor your internet activity, even in Incognito mode.
- The Websites You Visit: Websites themselves can still collect information about your visit, such as your IP address.
- Downloads: Files you download while in Incognito mode will still be saved on your device.
Key Takeaway
Think of Incognito mode as a way to prevent your browsing history from appearing on the device you're using. It does not make you anonymous online or hide your activity from external entities like your ISP or network administrator.
| Feature | Standard Browsing | Incognito/Private Mode (Based on Reference) |
|---|---|---|
| Local History Saved | Yes | No |
| Local Cookies Saved | Yes | No |
| ISP Can See Activity | Yes | Yes |
| Employer/School Can See Activity | Often Yes | Often Yes |
In conclusion, while useful for keeping your browsing private from other users of your physical device, Incognito mode does not provide comprehensive privacy or security against monitoring by your ISP, school, or employer.
