When you use a public computer or share a computer with others, websites that you visit in Guest mode won't appear in the browser history.
In Guest mode, you won't find or be able to change any other Chrome profile's info. When you exit Guest mode, your browsing activity is deleted from the computer.
Use Guest mode for:
- Letting others borrow your computer or borrowing someone else’s computer.
- Using a public computer, like one at a library or cafe.
If you want to browse privately on your own computer, use Incognito mode. You'll find your info and settings without saving any browsing history.
Browsing as a guest in Google Chrome on iPhone and iPad is not available as a dedicated feature like it is on a computer. Chrome on iOS does not support a separate Guest mode.
However, you can use Incognito mode to achieve a similar level of privacy. Open Chrome, tap the three-dot menu, and select New Incognito Tab. In this mode, Chrome does not save your browsing history, cookies, or site data after you close the tabs. It also does not link your activity to your signed-in Google Account.
If you want to avoid using your account entirely, you can sign out of Chrome. Go to Settings, tap your account, and choose Sign out. This stops syncing and separates your browsing from your Google Account, although it does not fully isolate data like a guest profile would.
Unlike Android, iOS does not offer a system-wide guest user feature. Therefore, Incognito mode is the closest alternative for private browsing on iPhone and iPad.
In summary, while Chrome on iOS does not have a built-in guest mode, using Incognito mode or signing out allows you to browse without saving personal data or linking activity to your account.
Tip: Only log in to sensitive websites on trusted devices.
Guest mode isn't available on mobile devices.
To browse privately on your phone, use Incognito mode. You'll see your info and settings without saving any browsing history.
