If you want to browse YouTube without your activity being recorded, the Incognito Mode in the YouTube iPhone app is the perfect tool. While in this mode, your watch history and search history won’t be saved, helping you maintain privacy or keep recommendations clean.
Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to enable Incognito Mode on your iPhone.
Why Use YouTube Incognito Mode?
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Privacy: Your searches and watch history aren’t saved.
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Clean recommendations: Videos watched in Incognito don’t influence your algorithm.
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Quick switching: You can easily toggle back to your regular account when needed.
Step-by-Step Guide to Turn On Incognito Mode
1. Open the YouTube App
Launch the YouTube app on your iPhone.
2. Tap Your Profile Picture
At the top-right corner of the screen, tap your profile icon. This will open your account menu.
3. Select “Turn on Incognito”
From the menu, choose Turn on Incognito.
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A pop-up message may appear explaining that your activity won’t be saved.
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Tap Got it to confirm.
4. Verify Incognito Mode
Once enabled, you’ll see a dark theme with the Incognito icon at the top-left corner.
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While in Incognito, your profile picture is replaced with the Incognito icon.
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Any videos you watch or searches you perform won’t appear in your history.
How to Turn Off Incognito Mode
To exit Incognito Mode:
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Tap the Incognito icon in the top-left corner.
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Select Turn off Incognito.
You’ll return to your normal YouTube account with all history and personalized recommendations restored.
Tips for Using YouTube Incognito Mode
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Remember that while YouTube won’t save your history, your internet provider or Wi-Fi network may still track activity.
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Incognito mode is session-based; exiting the app or logging out automatically ends the session.
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Use it for quick private browsing without affecting your main account.
Final Thoughts
Turning on Incognito Mode in the YouTube iPhone app is a fast and easy way to browse privately. By following the steps above, you can watch videos, explore new topics, or search freely without leaving a trace in your history.