9), it was reported by Windows Report that Google was finally working on solving a security issue when browsing in Incognito Mode. The publication noticed a new Chromium commit , stating that it's working on adding "Safe Browsing protections" for Incognito mode.
What happened
Earlier today (Nov. The publication noticed a new Chromium commit , stating that it's working on adding "Safe Browsing protections" for Incognito mode. Essentially, this would bring real-time protections to users while they're browsing. This is no different from operating Chrome without Incognito active.
Where the sources line up
The publication pointed out something interesting: while Incognito mode doesn't (currently) offer real-time protections, the browser will "fall back" on its knowledge of dangerous sites stored "locally. " But that's as far as its protections go, and in this day and age, it's not good enough.
Practical impact for readers
There's much for Google to do however, according to the Chromium commit, it looks like Incognito will benefit from Standard and Enhanced browsing protections—it'll be the user's choice.
Who should pay attention now
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What is still unclear
As we've said before, Incognito Mode is supposed to be your gateway to more private browsing. But that wasn't always the case. Google admitted to tracking users while they had the feature active. In 2024, Google settled a class-action lawsuit for $5 billion. The lawsuit alleged that the company "misled users" into thinking they were privately browsing, meaning tracking wasn't involved.
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