If you want to disable recent searches in Windows 11, read this post. When disabling the search history, when you hover over the Windows 11 search icon, the search history performed by users will no longer be displayed.
Knowing how to disable Windows 11 search history is critical for users who prioritize privacy. Giving up the convenience of being able to search again for a subject without having to type the search term again.
In this post, we will guide you through the necessary steps to know how to turn off search history in Windows 11.
How to Disable Recent Search History in Windows 11
Note: It is worth noting that the procedure below is different from disabling the activity history in Windows 11.
So that Windows 11 no longer saves what you searched on your computer, follow the steps below:
- Open Settings.
- Select Personalization.
- Click Taskbar.
4. Click Taskbar Behavior.
5. Uncheck the Show recent searches when I hover over the search icon button.
After following the steps above, the system will stop saving what you searched in Windows 11 recently.
Summary
How to disable recent search icon history on Windows 11 taskbar.
So, follow the steps above and tell in the comments if Windows 11 has stopped showing the searched word history when you hover over the icon.