How to delete your recent search history in Google Chrome for Android

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Android 12 saw the introduction of new privacy features from Google, empowering users to have more control over their data. In line with that, Google launched a nifty "quick delete" feature to delete your recent search history in Google Chrome. Here's how you can find and use it to delete the last 15 minutes of your history on Android.

How to delete your recent search history in Google Chrome for Android

1. Open the Google app on your phone.
2. Tap on your profile picture in the top right corner.

3. Tap on Delete last 15 minutes.

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This feature is so accessible and incredibly easy to use. You don't even have to step into the Google Chrome app itself to delete your recent history. It takes literally three taps to remove the last 15 minutes of your browsing history. If you change your mind, you can cancel the deletion from the toast notification at the bottom.

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