Internet Explorer and privacy
Better privacy online
Windows Internet Explorer is a browser for you. When you’re on the web, you don’t want to worry about who’s collecting data about you, or where that data’s being stored. Internet Explorer’s built-in privacy protections give you more control over your info as you browse.

Tracking Protection
Internet Explorer 9 comes with a sophisticated technology, Tracking Protection, that helps you stay in control of your privacy as you browse the web. It can block out parts of a webpage that are designed to track you and the sites you visit.
Learn about Tracking ProtectionTurn on Tracking Protection
Choose a Tracking Protection List

InPrivate Browsing
When you use InPrivate Browsing, Internet Explorer automatically deletes traces of your web activity. You can surf without leaving a trail, so your online presence is better protected.
Learn how to browse InPrivate
You're in control of your privacy
We give you the tools you need to customize your privacy settings. It’s easy to delete your browsing history, control your cookies, and clear your cache, all while keeping data from websites you trust.
Manage cookiesDelete your browsing history
More privacy controls in Internet Explorer