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    Incognito Mode

    Private browsing.

    What it does

    • Doesn't save history.
    • Doesn't save cookies.
    • Logs you out.
    • Auto-deletes when closed.
    • Free + built-in.
    • Senior privacy tool.

    When to use

    • Searching gifts.
    • Booking flights (cheaper sometimes).
    • Public computer.
    • Family member's computer.
    • Sensitive medical search.
    • Senior privacy moments.

    Open

    • Chrome — File → New Incognito.
    • Safari — File → New Private.
    • Or +Shift+N (Mac).
    • Or Ctrl+Shift+N (PC).
    • New window opens.
    • Dark theme cue.

    What it DOESN'T hide

    • Internet provider sees.
    • Employer sees.
    • Websites still see IP.
    • Not full anonymity.
    • Use VPN for that.
    • Senior realistic.

    Flight prices

    • Search same flight 5x.
    • Sometimes price rises.
    • Tracking your interest.
    • Incognito = fresh search.
    • Sometimes lower price.
    • Senior savings trick.

    Senior tip

    • Won't accidentally login family stuff.
    • Logged out automatically.
    • Test sites without login.
    • Won't mess up regular session.
    • Senior workspace.
    • Quick safe browsing.

    Incognito = senior privacy moments

    Use Incognito for surprise gifts (so ads don't show on shared computer), flight search (sometimes cheaper), public computer browsing, family member's computer. Closes everything when window closes. Free + built-in. Most under-used senior privacy feature.