Incognito Window Shortcut
New private window: ⌘⇧N on Mac / Ctrl+Shift+N on Windows (Chrome, Edge). Firefox uses ⇧P / Ctrl+Shift+P.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incognito window (Chrome/Edge) | ⌘⇧N | Ctrl+Shift+N | |
| Private window (Firefox) | ⌘⇧P | Ctrl+Shift+P | |
| Private window (Safari) | ⌘⇧N | — | |
| Close the window | ⌘⇧W or ⌘W | Ctrl+Shift+W or Ctrl+W |
Browser matters
Chrome and Edge open an Incognito/InPrivate window with ⌘⇧N (Mac) or Ctrl+Shift+N (Windows). Firefox and Safari use the P key instead: ⌘⇧P / Ctrl+Shift+P (Safari uses ⌘⇧N).
What it does
Private windows don't save history, cookies or form data after you close them — but your network and the sites you visit can still see you.
FAQ
What is the incognito shortcut in Chrome?
⌘⇧N on the Mac or Ctrl+Shift+N on Windows opens a new Incognito window in Chrome and Edge.
Why doesn't Ctrl+Shift+N work in Firefox?
Firefox uses the P key: press ⌘⇧P on Mac or Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows to open a private window.