Security News > 2021 > July > How to set Google Search History to auto-delete on Android

If you don't like the idea of your Android search history being saved, Jack Wallen wants to show you how to set it to auto-delete.
You might not know this, but out of the box, Android retains your search history, which means anyone who gains access to your phone can view what you've searched for.
Google uses this search history to better personalize your experience across the platform.
You might not also know, but you can configure Android to auto-delete your search history, so it doesn't remain and Google is less able to use it to enhance your Android experience.
I want to show you how to configure Android to automatically delete your search history.
How to set search history to auto-delete on Android.
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