If you prefer browsing the internet privately, you might find it frustrating to open your browser first and then launch the InPrivate Browsing window. The good news is that there is a workaround to set InPrivate browsing as the default setting in Microsoft Edge Chromium on Windows and macOS.
How to Start Microsoft Edge Chromium in InPrivate Mode
To open a new Edge window in InPrivate (Incognito) mode, pin the Edge browser icon to your Start menu or taskbar, and right-click on the icon. From the drop-down menu, select “New InPrivate Window.”
How to Always Start Microsoft Edge Chromium in InPrivate Mode
To set InPrivate browsing as the default setting in Microsoft Edge Chromium, follow these steps:
- Pin the Edge browser icon to your Start menu or taskbar or create a desktop shortcut.
- Right-click on the pinned icon, then right-click on Microsoft Edge and select Properties. For shortcuts, right-click and select Properties.
- In the Properties window, select the Shortcut tab.
- Add a single space at the bottom of the “Destination” text box and type “-inprivate.”
- Click “OK” to save your settings.
Now every time you launch Microsoft Edge Chromium from the modified shortcut, you will be in InPrivate browsing mode.
FAQs
Can I switch to normal browsing mode from InPrivate mode?
Yes, you can revert to normal browsing from InPrivate mode by closing the InPrivate window and launching a new Microsoft Edge window.
Is InPrivate browsing mode available on other browsers?
Yes, InPrivate is called “Incognito” in Google Chrome and “Private Browsing” in Firefox.
What are the benefits of InPrivate Browsing?
InPrivate browsing helps protect your privacy as the browser does not store your browsing history, cookies, or temporary files on your device. It also disables extensions and prevents websites from accessing your location and other details.
Can I customize settings in InPrivate browsing mode?
Yes, you can customize some settings in InPrivate mode by clicking on the three black dots (ellipsis) on the upper-right corner of the browser window and selecting “Settings.”
Final Thoughts
Setting Microsoft Edge Chromium to InPrivate browsing as default is a great way to enhance your online privacy. We hope this guide has been useful to you. If you have any questions or feedback, please let us know in the comments below.
