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How do I avoid showing browsing history without deleting it? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 2 years ago by Better_Rough_2554@lemmy.ml to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

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For streaming I wanted to retain my browser history while at the same time not showing it for the duration of the stream. I've thought about using two browsers, or duplicating the firefox configuration folder and linking to a different configuration for the streams. I think that may work. Any other options?

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[–] kevincox@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago

On about:preferences#privacy I see a bunch of options:

Forms and Autofill
Address Bar

Off the top of my head that should handle most cases where your history pops up onto the screen without being explicitly requested.

screenshot of the settings page

It would be really cool to have a stream/present mode extension that could provide a one-click or automatic toggle for these options. But unfortunately with the new extensions API this probably isn't possible anymore.