Most people assume private browsing hides their online activity but it doesn't, at least not in the way you may think.

Incognito mode hides your browsing history from others using the same device. VPNs encrypt your internet traffic and route it through their servers. Use Incognito mode to keep browsing history private ...

Incognito mode is seen as a privacy layer that conceals your online activity—but that’s only partially true. It comes with some limitations you should understand if you want to browse more securely.