Turn off Browser history and sync on Apple iOS 17
Browsing
Sensitivity 4/5
Default: On
Phones / Apple iOS 17 / Browser history and sync
This feature uploads browsing records and credentials to keep tabs and preferences aligned across connected hardware. It operates through the chosen browser account and can be paused or cleared in application settings.
- Goes to
- Google, Apple
- Default
- On
- Control
- Can be switched off
- Effort
- a minute or two
- Needs
- account
How to do it
Open Settings, tap your name at the top, select iCloud, tap Show All, and turn off the Safari toggle.
Usually found under: Settings > Apple ID > iCloud
Menu names may differ by device and version.
What you lose
Safari bookmarks, reading lists, and browsing history will not sync with other devices.
What is collected
Visited urls, saved bookmarks, browser tabs, saved passwords.
The feature exists to synchronise navigation history, bookmarks, and passwords across multiple user devices.
Retention is not stated here. The sensitivity rating is this site's own estimate.