Make Google Chrome Private in 10 Minutes (No Extensions Required)

Take back your privacy in Google Chrome without installing a single extension. In this step‑by‑step 2025 guide, I explain why each change matters and then show you exactly where to click. Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux. If a menu moved, use the Settings search bar and type the bolded terms.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro — Lock Chrome Down
0:17 Step 1 - Ad Privacy
1:08 Step 2 - Block third‑party cookies
1:38 Step 3 - Auto‑clear cookies on close
2:27 Step 4 - Disable page preloading/prefetching
2:59 Step 5 - “Do Not Track” — what it really does
3:41 Step 6 - Site permissions: Location, Microphone, Camera, Notifications
4:54 Step 7 - Control Google Sync and Google services
5:50 Step 8 - Private search
6:28 Step 9 - Always use HTTPS
7:06 Step 10 - Clear old browsing data
7:43 Recap + next steps

Helpful links:
My Website - https://safeweblife.com
DuckDuckGo - https://duckduckgo.com

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