The Incognito Myth: Why Your Digital Footprint Isn’t as Hidden as You Think
We’ve all been there—clicking that inconspicuous “New Incognito Window” button before searching for an embarrassing symptom, checking flight tickets, or comparing prices online. It feels like slipping on an invisibility cloak, doesn’t it? But what if I told you that incognito mode is less of a privacy shield and more of a placebo? What is Incognito Mode? Incognito Mode, a feature offered by most modern web browsers, allows users to browse the internet without saving certain information, like cookies, browsing history, or form data. When you close the incognito window, all that data is erased. But does this mean your digital footprint is completely hidden? The short answer is no. What Does Incognito Actually Do? Incognito Mode primarily stops your browser from storing personal information locally, such as: 1. Browsing history : Websites you visited won’t appear in your browser history. 2. Cookies : Temporary tracking files placed by websites to remember your preference...