How to quickly delete your most recent Google search history

We could all use this.
By Jennimai Nguyen  on 
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Some search histories should be hidden away forever. Credit: NurPhoto via Getty Images

Google unveiled a new super-speedy way to get rid of your most recent search history during Google I/O, its annual developer conference.

In case you missed the keynote event, here's exactly how to clear the last 15 minutes of your most recent search queries. The feature is currently live for iOS users in the Google app, and will be rolling out on Android in June.

Total Time
  • 5 min
What You Need
  • Google App

Step 1: Step 1: Navigate to your menu

All you have to do is click on your profile icon in the top right-hand corner of the Google app. Easy peasy!

Screenshot: Google
Google gave a nifty little demonstration of the new quick delete option. Credit: Screenshot: Google

Step 2: Step 2: Tap on "Delete last 15 min"

Then just select "Delete last 15 min."

Then just select "Delete last 15 min."
Ah, there it is. My new best friend. Credit: Screenshot: google

Step 1: Navigate to your menu

Google gave a nifty little demonstration of the yet-to-be released quick delete option.
Google gave a nifty little demonstration of the yet-to-be released quick delete option. Credit: Screenshot: Google

All you have to do is click on your profile icon in the top right-hand corner of the Google app. Easy peasy!

Step 2: Tap on "Delete last 15 min"

Then just select "Delete last 15 min."
Ah, there it is. My new best friend. Credit: Screenshot: google

Then just select "Delete last 15 min."

Yes, it's really that simple. It'll be hard to miss, too, since Google will be flagging the option with a big blue "New" label.

And with that, your most recent searches will be your little secret.

Related Video: How to permanently delete your social media

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Jennimai Nguyen

Jennimai is a tech reporter at Mashable covering digital culture, social media, and how we interact with our everyday tech. She also hosts Mashable’s Snapchat Discover channel and TikTok, so she naturally spends way too much time scrolling the FYP and thinking about iPhones.


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