Clear browsing history in Samsung Internet

Open the Samsung Internet app and tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings, then select Privacy. You will see options for Delete browsing data or Clear browsing data depending on your tablet model and software version.

Tap that option and a window will appear with checkboxes. Make sure Browsing history is checked. You can also check Cookies and site data, Cached images and files, or Passwords if you want to remove those too. At the top, choose the time range — All time will clear everything, or you can select Last hour, Last day, Last week, or Last month.

Tap Delete or Clear (the button name varies by model). The process takes a few seconds. Your browsing history is now gone from Samsung Internet.

Clear history in Google Chrome on your tablet

Open Chrome and tap the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Select History, then tap Clear browsing data at the top of the screen.

A dialog box will open. Make sure Cookies and site data and Cached images and files are checked along with Browsing history. Use the dropdown at the top to select your time range — All time clears everything you have ever browsed in Chrome, while Last hour, Last 24 hours, Last 7 days, Last 4 weeks, or Last 90 days let you be more selective.

Tap Clear data. Chrome will remove your history and the other data you selected. If you use Chrome on other devices with the same Google account, clearing history on your tablet will also clear it on those devices.

Key Takeaways

  • Samsung Internet and Chrome both store your browsing history separately, so you need to clear each app individually if you use both.
  • You can clear all history at once or choose a specific time range like the last day or last week.
  • Clearing browsing data also removes cookies and cached files, which frees up storage space on your tablet.
  • If you sign into your Google account on multiple devices, clearing Chrome history on your tablet will clear it everywhere you are signed in.
  • Clearing history does not delete saved passwords unless you specifically check that box.

Clear app cache and data from Settings

If you want to clear data stored by individual apps rather than just your browser, go to Settings on your tablet. Tap Apps or Applications (the exact name depends on your Samsung model).

Find the app you want to clear — for example, YouTube, Facebook, or Gmail. Tap it, then look for Storage or Storage and cache. You will see two buttons: Clear cache and Clear data or Clear storage.

Clear cache removes temporary files the app downloaded and frees up space. The app will still work normally. Clear data removes everything — your login information, saved preferences, downloaded content, and history. You will have to sign back in the next time you open the app.

Clear search history in Google Search

If you use Google Search on your tablet, your searches are saved to your Google account. Open any web browser and go to myactivity.google.com. Sign in with your Google account if you are not already logged in.

You will see a list of everything you have searched for and every website you have visited through Google. To delete individual searches, click the three dots next to each one and select Delete. To delete everything at once, click Delete activity by on the left side, choose your time range, and select All time to remove your entire search history.

This clears your Google Search history across all your devices, not just your tablet. If you want to prevent Google from saving your searches in the future, turn on Private browsing or Incognito mode in your browser before you search.

Turn on private browsing to avoid saving history

If you do not want your tablet to record what you browse, use private or incognito mode. In Samsung Internet, tap the three lines menu and select Secret mode. In Chrome, tap the three dots and select New incognito tab.

When you use private mode, your tablet does not save your browsing history, cookies, or search history. However, files you read and bookmarks you create will still be saved. Also, your internet service provider and the websites you visit can still see what you are doing — private mode only hides your activity from other people using your tablet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will clearing my history delete my saved passwords?

No, unless you specifically check the box for passwords when you clear browsing data. Most tablets separate password storage from history, so you can clear one without affecting the other. If you do want to delete a saved password, go to Settings, find your browser, and look for Passwords or Autofill to manage them individually.

Does clearing history free up storage space on my tablet?

Clearing browsing history alone removes very little space. However, clearing cached images and files can free up several hundred megabytes, especially if you have not cleared your cache in months. If your tablet is running low on storage, clearing app cache is usually more effective than clearing browser history.

Can I recover my browsing history after I delete it?

Once you clear your browsing history from your tablet, it is gone from that device. However, if you use Chrome and are signed into your Google account, your search history may still be stored at myactivity.google.com. You can delete it there separately, or it will remain in your Google account even if you cleared it from your tablet.

What is the difference between clearing cache and clearing data?

Cache is temporary files apps read to load faster next time. Clearing cache does not affect your account or settings. Clearing data removes everything — your login information, preferences, and saved content. The app will work like new, but you will need to sign back in and set it up again.

Does clearing history on my tablet affect other devices?

It depends on the app. Chrome history clears across all devices where you are signed into the same Google account. Samsung Internet history only clears on that tablet. Google Search history at myactivity.google.com clears everywhere. Check each app's settings to see whether it syncs across devices.