Privacy Cleaner: Securely Erase Private Data

To access:

From the Individual Tools pane, click Ensure Personal Privacy and then click Start next to Securely Erase Private Data.

What it does:

The Securely Erase Private Data "Privacy Cleaner" wizard protects privacy by erasing browsing and search history, cookies, chat transcripts, and other personal information.

Why use it:

Computer and web activity leaves tracks behind - sites you've visited, searches you've run, logins you've entered, and files you've opened are all readily visible. Use the Privacy Cleaner to securely and thoroughly erase this personal information.

Instructions:

The wizard has several screens to guide you through the process. Click a screen name below for more information:

  1. Select Data to Erase

  2. Select Options

  3. Run and View Results

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Cookie Protector

Remove Junk Files

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