Effortless Guide- How to Permanently Erase Your YouTube Search and Watch History

How to Delete Your YouTube History

Are you concerned about your privacy on YouTube? Do you want to ensure that your browsing history is not accessible to others? Deleting your YouTube history is a simple process that can help you maintain your privacy. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to delete your YouTube history on both desktop and mobile devices.

Steps to Delete YouTube History on Desktop

1. Open YouTube on your desktop browser.
2. Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the page.
3. Select “History” from the dropdown menu.
4. On the left-hand side, you will see a list of your browsing history, including videos you’ve watched, searches, and interactions.
5. To delete a specific item, click on the three dots next to it and select “Delete.”
6. If you want to delete all your history, click on the “Clear all watch history” button at the top of the page.
7. A confirmation message will appear. Click “Clear all” to proceed.

Steps to Delete YouTube History on Mobile

1. Open the YouTube app on your mobile device.
2. Tap on your profile picture in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. Scroll down and tap on “History.”
4. You will see a list of your browsing history, including videos you’ve watched, searches, and interactions.
5. To delete a specific item, tap on the three dots next to it and select “Delete.”
6. If you want to delete all your history, tap on the “Clear all watch history” button at the top of the screen.
7. A confirmation message will appear. Tap “Clear all” to proceed.

Additional Tips

– Deleting your YouTube history will not delete the videos you have saved or liked. It will only remove your browsing history.
– If you want to prevent YouTube from saving your history in the future, you can turn off the “Save watch history” option in your YouTube settings.
– Remember that deleting your YouTube history is a one-time action. If you delete your history and then watch a video, it will be added to your history again.

By following these simple steps, you can easily delete your YouTube history and maintain your privacy. Remember to review your YouTube settings regularly to ensure that your privacy is protected.