How to Delete History on Google Chrome

How to Delete or Clear History on Google Chrome (Step-by-Step Guide)

Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers worldwide, and like every browser, it saves your browsing history. This history includes the websites you visit, cached files, and even cookies. While this can be helpful for quick access, sometimes you may want to delete Chrome history to protect privacy, free up storage, or start fresh.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to delete all history in Chrome, clear only selected sites, and even remove Google search history linked to your account.

What Happens When You Clear Browsing History in Chrome?

Before you hit “delete,” it’s important to know what clearing history actually does:

• Browsing History → Deletes the list of websites you’ve visited.
• Cookies & Site Data → Logs you out of most websites and removes stored preferences.
• Cached Images & Files → Frees up space but may cause pages to load slower the first time after clearing.

👉 Note: Clearing Chrome history does not automatically delete Google search history stored in your Google account unless you choose that option separately.

How to Delete All History in Chrome at Once

Whether you’re on a computer, Android, or iPhone, deleting all browsing history in Chrome is simple.

On Windows/Mac (Desktop Chrome)

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete if you are using Windows or press Command + Shift + Delete if you are using Mac.
3. Now tap on Advanced tab
4. Choose a time range → select All time to delete everything.
5. Tick all the boxes such as  Browsing history, Cookies, Cached files etc.
6. Click Delete data.

👉 This method completely clears Google Chrome history from your device.

On Android

1. Open the Chrome app.
2. Tap the three dots (menu) → History.
3. Select Delete browsing data and then tap on more options
4. Choose All time as the time range.
5. Tick all the check box options like browsing history, cookies, and cache.
6. Tap on Delete data option and then on delete option.

👉 This will delete or clear history on Google Chrome of your Android mobile device.

On iPhone/iPad

1. Open the Chrome app.
2. Tap More (three dots) → History.
3. Select Clear Browsing Data.
4. Choose All time to remove everything.
5. Confirm by tapping Clear Browsing Data again.

👉 Your clear browsing history on Google Chrome (iOS) is now complete.

How to Delete Selected History in Chrome

Sometimes, you don’t want to erase everything — maybe just certain websites. Chrome lets you delete history selectively.

1. Open Chrome on desktop or mobile.
2. Go to Menu ( right hand corner, three dotted lines) → History.
3. Tap on Delete Browsing data.
4. Choose a time range → select All time to delete everything.
5. Tick all the boxes such as  Browsing history, Cookies, Cached files etc.
6. Tap on Delete data and then on delete

👉 If you want to remove all at once, use the option Chrome history delete select all.

How to Delete Search History on Google Chrome

Your search history inside Chrome (typed into the address bar) can also be cleared.

On Desktop

1. Open Chrome.
2. In the address bar, type some few letters.
3. Hover over the unwanted suggestion.
4. Press Shift + Delete to remove it.

On Mobile

1. Open Chrome.
2. Tap the address bar.
3. Long-press on the unwanted search query.
4. Tap Delete.

👉 This removes search history on Google Chrome, but not the history stored in your Google account.

How to Delete Google Search History (Not Just Chrome)

If you’re logged into a Google account, your searches may also be saved in Google My Activity. Here’s how to delete that:

1. Go to myactivity.google.com.
2. Sign in to your Google account.
3. On the left, click Delete activity by.
4. Choose a time range → “All time.”
5. Select Search history and confirm.

👉 This will delete Google history across all devices, not just in Chrome.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Does clearing Chrome history delete Google search history too?

No. Clearing Chrome browsing history removes data only from your device. To delete Google search history, visit My Activity.

2. Will clearing browsing history log me out of websites?

Yes, if you select Cookies & Site Data, Chrome will sign you out of most websites.

3. Can I recover deleted Chrome history?

Generally, no. Once deleted, Chrome history can’t be restored unless synced to another account.

4. How often should I clear my Chrome history?

It depends on usage. For privacy, clear history weekly or monthly. For performance, clear cache occasionally.

Conclusion

Deleting or clearing your history in Chrome is quick and ensures your privacy and security. You can:

• Delete all history in Chrome at once.
• Clear only selected websites.
• Remove search history on Chrome or Google account.

You may maintain the privacy of your browsing and the functionality of your browser by routinely clearing your Google Chrome history.

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