Ghostery Privacy Browser - Enhance browsing privacy

Ghostery Privacy Browser is a speedy and private web browser equipped with ad blocking capabilities. We have eliminated unnecessary features, allowing you to focus solely on choosing the next site you wish to visit. Join our community of over 8 million users and browse the internet securely.

FAQ: Ghostery Private Browser

1.How do I go into private browsing? 

Browsing in private mode is different from one browser to another, here is how you can browse privately using the most popular browsers:

Google Chrome calls browsing privately "Incognito mode" and the way you can open an incognito window is to click on “File” in the browser’s menu and select "New Incognito Window." 

Mozilla Firefox named its private browsing mode "Private Window". To open the Private Window mode, you must click on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner of the browser window and select "New Private Window." 

InPrivate mode is what Microsoft Edge has named their private browsing mode and you need to click on the three dots in the top right corner of the browser window, then select "New InPrivate Window" to open an InPrivate session. 

Safari has Private Browsing: To open a private browsing window, click on the "File" menu in the upper left corner of the screen, and then select "New Private Window." 

Neither of the browsers saves your browsing history, search history, or temporary files on your computer while in "private browsing mode". 

A better way of browsing privately is by using the Ghostery Private Browser. 

Ghostery offers a privacy-focused browser that enhances traditional private browsing by providing an always-on private browsing mode that blocks trackers, ads, popups, and cookies to ensure your online privacy. 

Unlike traditional private browsing modes, Ghostery never collects any personal user information or browsing history. With Ghostery, you can browse the web faster and more securely, knowing that your personal data is protected. 

In summary, while all main browsers have a private browsing mode, Ghostery's Private Browser would be the best choice for someone looking to keep their browsing activities secure. Additionally, the Ghostery Private Browser has a built-in ad blocker extension as well as tracker blocking and it also blocks popups & cookies providing you with an extra layer of privacy & protection.

2.How to get a private browser?

You simply need to download Ghostery’s Private Browser. Download the best privacy browser here: Private Browser.

3.What is a private browser?

A private browser is an internet browser that never saves your browsing history, cookies, temporary files, or passwords you enter. This helps keep your internet browsing sessions safe and private.

Our Private Browser keeps you safe and secure and makes your browsing experience more enjoyable. Using the Ghostery Private Browser your pages will load faster, you will have an ad & tracker free session and we will also stop pesky cookies and pop-up banners.

4.Are private browsers really private?

Ghostery's private browser is indeed private, it blocks ads, trackers, cookies, pop-ups, and other forms of online tracking, that help protect your privacy while you browse the web. 

Ghostery helps you keep your personal data private. Our private browser doesn’t store user data and it lists all the trackers and advertisers that are found on a webpage. 

You are now back in control, you can choose what ads you want to see, and what trackers.

5.Do private browsers actually work?

Our Private Browser is exactly that. It provides you with all the tools you need to control the data you are willing to share. 

If you aren’t willing to share anything, you can choose to block ads, trackers, cookies and continue enjoying a faster and more secure internet. 

6.Does a private browser hide the IP?

The majority of private browsers will not hide your IP address. However, the TOR browser (The Onion Router), does hide your IP address by routing your internet connection through a network of servers, allowing for anonymous and private browsing sessions.

Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can be a good alternative to TOR. A VPN encrypts your internet traffic and routes it through a remote server, masking your IP address and making it more difficult for third parties to track your online activity.

7.How does Ghostery Private Browser differ from other browsers?

Ghostery Private Browser stands out from other browsers with its strong focus on privacy and security. It blocks a wide range of trackers and ads by default, reducing data collection by third parties and improving page load times. With built-in privacy tools to block ads, trackers and cookie management, it ensures minimal personal data leakage. Designed with a privacy-first approach, it prioritizes user anonymity and data protection without extensive configuration. Additionally, its smart blocking technology optimizes performance by intelligently blocking or unblocking trackers as needed. These features make Ghostery Private Browser a robust choice for users seeking enhanced privacy and faster browsing compared to other web browsers.

8.Does Ghostery Private Browser save my browsing history?

No search history is saved in the Ghostery Private Browser. It is designed with a strong focus on privacy, ensuring that your browsing activities are not stored. This approach helps maintain your anonymity and protect your personal information, making it a secure choice for privacy-conscious users.

9.Is Ghostery Private Browser free to use?

Yes, Ghostery Private Browser is free to use. It offers a range of privacy-focused features at no cost, providing users with enhanced security and privacy without requiring a subscription or payment. This makes it accessible to anyone looking for a private mode extension and improving their online privacy and browsing experience, especially those moving away from Chrome's Incognito mode.

🚫 Block Ads & Trackers

Ghostery simplifies your browsing experience by concealing ads and preventing trackers from monitoring your online activities.

🍪 No More Cookie Pop-ups

Avoid tracking cookies that follow you online. Ghostery automatically dismisses cookie consent notifications on your behalf.

🚀 Browse Faster

Enhance page loading speed, optimize browser performance, and obstruct intrusive advertisements.

🕵️‍♂️ Private Browsing

Experience swift and private browsing using Ghost Tabs (incognito windows), without saving your browsing history.

🔎 Private Search

Use our independent search engine for unrestricted searching while evading tracking mechanisms.

🔋 Stay Green

Preserve battery life and data usage by intercepting ads, including those embedded with malware.

🔒 Better Protection

Ensure security and privacy with features such as HTTPS upgrades and cookie blocking. Your personal data is anonymized to prevent data collectors from identifying you.

🖥️ Ghostery Panel

Identify and block data trackers on visited websites via the Ghostery Panel instantly. Thwart attempts by companies to create unique identifiers linked to your profile.

About Ghostery

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