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[cbrite]

I clear all my history but it's not cleared. Not really. I used CC cleaner prior w/ Windows and it did seem to clear everything.

Is there any way I can get a privacy setting on a Mac? I am using Google Chrome for my browser...they know everything about me. 

I see my options are Firefox or Google Chrome...if I'm understanding that right. (?)

[Mz iMac]

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@cbritewrote:

I clear all my history but it's not cleared. Not really.

Please clarify.  How do you know it's not cleared? 

Exactly what do you see when you clear history? 

How are you clearing history?

Is there any way I can get a privacy setting on a Mac? I am using Google Chrome for my browser...they know everything about me. 

Again need clarification.  Privacy from what or who?  Macs have various privacy tools as well as browsers. 

What is it you are seeing w/Chrome "they know everything about you?"

I see my options are Firefox or Google Chrome...if I'm understanding that right. (?)

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There are approximately 10 browsers maybe more that are Mac friendly.  Do a Google search.

Strongly suggest that you read the built in Help feature in Finder, Apple's Knowledge Base & check out their forums.

[cbrite]

@Mz iMac Thank u... I did google it. When it arrived it had those 2 on my dock.... Safari I have to dig around for. I will read up as u advised.

Why I question, is if I put up a video link on here, it's on YT main page when I go there. 

Now I go to chrome above and click 'clear browsing data'... sort of hard to explain all the links still listed, if I cleared them.

You are a genius on them... thank u again for replying!

[cbrite]

The computer guy I paid, did not tell me anything...he was in a big hurry to leave.... I'm tired tonight so may not make much sense. Thank u again, very much @Mz iMac

[glb613]

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@cbritewrote:

I clear all my history but it's not cleared. Not really. I used CC cleaner prior w/ Windows and it did seem to clear everything.

Is there any way I can get a privacy setting on a Mac? I am using Google Chrome for my browser...they know everything about me. 

I see my options are Firefox or Google Chrome...if I'm understanding that right. (?)

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Get CCleaner for Macs.  I have it on my computers and use it regularly. 

[Mz iMac]

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@cbritewrote:

@Mz iMac Thank u... I did google it. When it arrived it had those 2 on my dock....

Did you buy a "used" Mac?  All "new" Macs come w/1 browser ONLY-Safari.  If Chrome & FF were on your comp when you purchased, you bought a "used" Mac.

Safari I have to dig around for.

This should not be.  Safari alias should be on your DOCK & the Safari application inside your Applications folder.

In a previous post of yours, you were given instructions as well as photos & YT links on how to locate Safari & where it should be at all times.

Why I question, is if I put up a video link on here, it's on YT main page when I go there. 

YT tracks their "linked" videos as well as the type of videos you watch.  YT front page is their "recommended" videos for you to watch based on your " previous visits."  If you do not want to be tracked, you will need to delete YT cookies.  This is done through your browser Preferences.

*warning*  you have to know what you are doing when deleting cookies.  In your case, I would not advise it *at this time.*

Now I go to chrome above and click 'clear browsing data'... sort of hard to explain all the links still listed, if I cleared them.

"Clearing history" is deleting websites that you have visited so others using your comp will not know where u have been on the web.  Not spicific links.

For what you want to do is done through your browser Preferences>Security or Advanced or Privacy.  Each browser is set up differently.  Sorry, I do not use Chrome or Safari. 

FF>Preferences>Privacy&Security

You are a genius on them... thank u again for replying!

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@cbrite

You seem to be a tad confused since you are coming from Windows.  Suggest you check out & bookmark the following: 

Mac tips for Windows switchers

In case the Mods delete/remove link here is the Knowledge Base link:  https://support.apple dot com/en-us/HT204216

[jaxs mom]

Is there are reason you aren't just using private browsing in Safari? That's the easiest thing. Right click safari in your tast bar and then choose open private window. 

[NickNack]

Firefox and Chrome are not your only choices for a browser.  Safari comes with your Mac.  It's on the dock at the bottom of your screen.  It's blue and looks like a compass.  I use Safari and Chrome, but mainly Safari.

[cbrite]

Thank u again. My goodness.

It better be a new Mac 27" - I went on Apple's site, built it, and bought it there but it arrived with those other's on the dock. (how would I check?)

No Safari to be found on my dock... but it is in there if I click around I see it in applications and can open it there. Why it won't stay on my dock is odd.

Chrome seems to be pushy to be my default.... Firefox is on my dock too.. 

On my dock I've got finder / Siri / Mail / Chrome / Photos / Contacts / Maps / itunes / iMovie / garage band / Logic Prox and last is Firefox. I realize these can be changed.

The computer guy knew I had no idea and I think he downloaded something he had with him - he kept mumbling "I'll just add this of mine".... I got the feeling he thought I was a dweeb female and to heck with her...

He also took my new numeric keyboard+mouse with him...O.O.... and left me his used older very heavy keyboard and mouse..... I tried to stop him and said "Hey those are mine and cost me money!.." He walked off with them anyway.

I emailed and spoke to him on the phone too... What a nightmare so I gave up. He was a smart a$$.... 

It's water under the bridge. 

@Mz iMac Thank u again - wish u were closer. How long have u used these?

@glb613 Thank u and I will add CC.

@NickNack Thank u also. I will do that.

@jaxs mom Thank u for your help too.

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Can Siri hear me? Where is the mic? 

I'm also using a high end headset for audio and have all audio set as high as it'll go.. but I need more. Any ideas on a more powerful audio ? (w/o adding external speakers) 

I also paid that additonal year for Apple help I think. Would have to look at my invoice/email. 

[cbrite]

@Mz iMac LOL 'tad confused' is putting it mildly....what a cute emoji... !