Enabling the “Destroy Profile on Browser Close” feature in Google Chrome ensures that all browsing data, including cookies, history, and cache, is automatically deleted when you close the browser. This can be useful for maintaining privacy and freeing up disk space. This guide will show you how to enable this feature.
Introduction
By default, Google Chrome saves browsing data to improve your online experience. However, in some cases, you might want to clear this data automatically when you close the browser. This can be particularly useful on shared or public computers.
Steps to Enable Destroy Profile on Browser Close in Google Chrome
Step 01: Open Google Chrome
Launch Google Chrome on your computer.
Step 02: Access Chrome Settings
Click on the three vertical dots (menu icon) in the top-right corner of the browser window and select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
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Step 03: Open Advanced Settings
Scroll down to the bottom of the Settings page and click on “Advanced” to expand the advanced settings menu.
Step 04: Navigate to Privacy and Security
In the “Privacy and security” section, click on “Site settings.”
Step 05: Set Up Clear Browsing Data on Exit
Scroll down and click on “Cookies and site data.” Toggle the switch next to “Clear cookies and site data when you quit Chrome” to enable it. This will ensure that cookies and site data are cleared when you close the browser.
Step 06: Use Extensions for Additional Data Clearance (Optional)
For more comprehensive data clearance, consider using third-party extensions like “Click&Clean” or “History Eraser.” These extensions offer more control over what data gets deleted when you close the browser.
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Additional Information
Limitations: The built-in feature to clear cookies and site data on exit primarily focuses on cookies and site data. If you need to clear history, cache, and other browsing data, third-party extensions or scripts might be necessary.
Managing Extensions: If you choose to use extensions, make sure to manage their permissions and settings to avoid conflicts or excessive data clearance that might impact your browsing experience.
Privacy Benefits: Enabling this feature can enhance your privacy by ensuring that no browsing data is left behind after you close the browser, making it particularly useful for shared or public computers.
Custom Data Clearance: With third-party extensions, you can customize which types of data (history, cache, download history, etc.) are cleared on browser close, providing a tailored solution based on your needs.
By following these steps, you can enable the feature to clear cookies and site data when you quit Chrome and use additional tools to ensure comprehensive data clearance, helping to maintain privacy and manage disk space effectively.
