How To See Search History on Google (Laptop & PC)

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of checking your Google search history on a laptop or PC. Whether you want to review your past queries or manage your browsing data, these steps will help you access, filter, and delete specific searches effectively.

Step 1: Access Google Account

• Open your web browser.
• Go to the Google homepage by visiting www.google.com.
• Ensure you are signed into your Google account. If not, click on the "Sign In" button in the top right corner and enter your credentials.

Step 2: Open Google My Activity

• In the Google homepage, click on your profile picture or initial in the top right corner.
• From the dropdown menu, select "Manage your Google Account."
• In the left sidebar, click on "Data & personalization."
• Scroll down to find "Activity and timeline" and click on "My Activity."

Step 3: View Search History

• Once you are in "My Activity," you will see a chronological list of your Google activity, which includes searches and visited sites.
• To specifically filter your search history, look for the search bar at the top of the page and enter keywords related to your past searches.

Step 4: Filter and Sort Your Activity

• Use the "Filter by date & product" option to narrow down your search.
• Select the specific date range or product (e.g., "Search") to refine your results.
• Click on "Apply" to see the filtered activity.

Step 5: Delete Specific Searches

• To delete a specific search, click on the three vertical dots next to the entry you want to remove.
• Select "Delete" from the options presented.
• Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Step 6: Clear All Search History (Optional)

• If you want to remove all your search history, go back to "My Activity."
• Click on the three vertical dots in the top right corner of the page.
• Select "Delete activity by."
• Choose "All time" from the dropdown menu, then click "Delete" to confirm.

Conclusion

You now have the tools to view, filter, and manage your Google search history on your laptop or PC. Regularly checking your search history can help you stay aware of your online activity and maintain control over your data. For further privacy management, consider exploring additional settings in your Google account.