Control Your Search History in Windows 10 Whether you’re privacy-conscious or just want a cleaner experience, here’s how to manage search history on your device in seconds.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open Settings Press Windows Key + I or right-click the Start button and choose Settings.
Access Search Settings In the Settings window, click on Search, then select Permissions & History from the sidebar.
Toggle Search History On or Off Find the option labeled Search history on this device.
Toggle it Off to disable storing your search activity.
Toggle it On to re-enable it.
Clear Existing History (Optional) Below the toggle, click Clear device search history to delete previously stored entries.
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