Free tool for browser history cleaning
Auto History Wipe is a free-to-use web browser add-on that can automatically delete your browsing history. This Google Chrome extension from Nick Vogt is intuitive to use. It doesn’t require any setup. You only need to activate it once and it will automatically clear your browsing history at the start of every session.
Small file size and a fully automated functionality make Auto History Wipe a useful tool, especially for people looking to save storage space or to partly cover their usage history. It works a lot like Clean All - History & Cache Cleaner but requires significantly less user input.
One-time setup for history cleaning
As the name suggests, Auto History Wipe works automatically. What makes it convenient is that it only needs to be installed on your internet browser once and you can leave it. The lack of moderation or any other type of user input makes it ideal for shared computers, such as those used in internet cafes or those for shared use in public spaces.
For the extension itself, it’s basically non-existent as it has a very small file size. It only requires 14.83 KB to be added to your browser, and it doesn’t collect any cookies from your browsing session. As mentioned, it works at the start of every session, cleaning the history as soon as you open your browser. Also, since it’s a Google Chrome extension, it can work offline.
Lastly, it has started adding features to let the user choose what specific data are included. You can now choose whether to include downloads, clear local cookie data, and more. The only restriction is that it’s only available as a Google Chrome extension, making it unavailable for other internet browsers such as Opera and Safari. Other than the platform restriction, it’s small and works smoothly.
A small nifty tool for Chrome
Overall, Auto History Wipe is an ideal tool for Google Chrome. It is small, fully automated, and now has the option to let you choose what files to include when it clears your history. This is particularly useful for shared computers since it saves storage and erases the trace of previous usage. The only restriction is that it’s only available for Chrome, and not for other browsers.
