Open incognito tab

Open incognito tab

Open incognito tab: switch current tab to private browsing mode with a click. Go incognito and delete tab URL from browsing history.

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What is Open incognito tab?
'Open incognito tab' is a Chrome extension that allows users with a single click on the toolbar icon, right-click context menu, or keyboard shortcut (Alt+I / Option+I) to quickly switch the current browsing tab to incognito mode, ensuring that the tab's URL is not saved in browsing history. It offers customizable settings for enhanced privacy, convenience, and user satisfaction.
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By: cswprodev
Users: 8,000+
Rating: 5.00 (6)
Version: 1.3 (Last updated: 2024-02-08)
Creation date: 2023-12-26
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • history
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 201.73K
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📝How to open incognito tab: ➤ Icon - click the extension icon in your Chrome toolbar to instantly open the current tab in incognito window. ➤ Context Menu - right-click on the webpage and choose "Open this tab in incognito". ➤ Keyboard Shortcut - press Alt+I (Option+I on macOS) with the tab active to swiftly open it in incognito mode, streamlining your browsing experience.

🕶️Incognito Meaning in Brief:

  • Definition: "Incognito" refers to maintaining privacy or anonymity.
  • Web Browsing: In the context of web browsers, "incognito mode" prevents the storage of browsing history and data.
  • Everyday Usage: Outside of browsers, may signify a desire for personal privacy or staying unidentified.

⚙️ The extension prioritizes user preferences, enabling a personalized incognito browsing experience. Within the settings menu, users can fine-tune their incognito experience to match individual needs. 1️⃣ Fullscreen option - choose to open the incognito window in fullscreen mode for an immersive browsing. 2️⃣ Automatic history clearance - opt for automatic URL clearance from the browsing history to maintain a clean digital footprint. 3️⃣ Tab closure choice - decide whether to close the regular tab before opening it in incognito mode, providing flexibility and control.

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User reviews
by Emre Demircan Emre Demircan, 2024-02-07

this is what I was looking for, ease switch tabs to incognito
by Vitali Trystsen Vitali Trystsen, 2024-01-07

Good extension, it performs its functions perfectly!
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Safety
Risk impact

Open incognito tab is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Open incognito tab if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Open incognito tab has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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