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How to Enable or Disable InPrivate Browsing in Edge

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This article explains how to enable or disable InPrivate Browsing in Microsoft Edge, a handy feature for private browsing sessions. Users can control this feature by editing the Windows Registry. By following specific steps, users can either enable, disable, or force the use of InPrivate browsing in Edge, ensuring privacy as needed.

This article explains how to enable or disable the “InPrivate Browsing” feature in Microsoft Edge.

Microsoft Edge is the default browser in Windows 11. However, users can switch to their preferred or favorite browser anytime. Edge is based on Chromium, similar to Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers today.

When using Edge, you can use InPrivate browsing to browse without saving your browsing history, cookies, site data, or form-fill information.

With InPrivate browsing, Edge won’t save any temporary data related to your browsing session, nor will it retain any cookies or other data that can be used to track your online behavior. This feature is handy if you use a shared computer or want to keep your browsing activity private.

Enable or disable InPrivate browsing in Edge

As mentioned above, users can enable or disable InPrivate browsing in Edge.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Windows Registry editor as administrator.

Then, navigate to the registry key below.

Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge

Next, double-click the InPrivateModeAvailability (REG_DWORD) name on the Edge key’s right pane to open it.

Then, type 1 to disable the “InPrivate browsing” feature in Edge. Type 2 to force the user the always use InPrivate browser.

If you do not see the “InPrivateModeAvailability” item, right-click a blank area and create a new DWORD (32-bit) registry item.

Then, type the name “InPrivateModeAvailability” and enter 1 or 2 to disable for force the user to use it.

enable or disable inprivate browsing in Edge

To restore the default behavior and continue to use “InPrivate browsing,” delete the “InPrivateModeAvailability” item created.

You may have to reboot your computer to apply the changes.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

  • Enabling or disabling InPrivate browsing in Microsoft Edge is useful for maintaining privacy while using the browser.
  • Users can navigate to the Windows Registry editor to make the necessary changes, ensuring the browsing mode aligns with their preferences.
  • Following the provided steps, individuals can easily customize their InPrivate browsing settings according to their needs.
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Richard, the owner and lead writer at Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast passionate about simplifying complex IT topics. His years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations have honed his ability to provide practical insights and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He’s deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions. He enjoys watching football, cheering for the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his family when he’s not writing or managing Geek Rewind.

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