How to View Online Activity in Google, Yandex, Bing, Youtube

Read about viewing or clearing online activity history in search engines, and about managing search, watch and like history on YouTube. To find a website, a webpage, a video or any other information on the Internet, you need two things: an Internet browser and a search engine. Both can store browsing history, watch history (it applies to YouTube), search history and search queries, and some tools can also save comments and posts in various online communities.

Such function in browsers and search engines is convenient when you need to find a resource you have viewed some time ago. However, there can be situations when you’d like to delete such information.


There is already an article in our blog on how to view or delete history in popular browsers. In today’s article, we will have a look at viewing or clearing user’s online activity in a search engine.

Google

Every time you use Chrome on your computer or smartphone to search for something, or use another browser while your Google account is active, Google tracks your actions to personalize search results. The same happens when you use other apps by Google, such as Google Maps or Google Now.

To view your Google online activity, go to your Google account. To do it, click on “Google apps” and select “My Account.”

When you are in your Google account, find “My activity” panel in the section Privacy Checkup and click “Go my activity.”

It will open the tool “My activity” which shows you the complete history of app activity and web search, information from other devices connected to this Google account, voice control history and YouTube history.

Select “Activity controls” on the left, and you will get into the menu where you can view and manage data and activity controls settings. It includes app history and web search history, location history, information from devices, voice control history, YouTube search history, and YouTube watch history.

To stop Google from following your activity online, go to your Google account, and in the section “Personal info and privacy” select “Manage your Google activity”.

Then go to Activity Controls.

To disable saving app history and web search history or other monitored activity, switch them off by dragging the sliders next to each element.

If that’s not enough for you and you want to clean the entire history of your online activity, go to “My activity” and find “Delete activity by” in the menu on the left.

Set the time period, the history for which you want to remove from Google and click Delete.

Yandex

Previously, Yandex accounts also had a similar tool that saved all browsing history of a user who has logged in. It was known as My Findings. After Yandex portal was updated, it seems to have been removed. So Yandex doesn’t have it anymore.

However, Yandex remembers user’s frequent searches and the websites which are visited often. It shows them as suggested search variants in the browser address bar or in the search engine window.



This function is on by default. To disable it, go to Yandex settings, and tick off corresponding checkboxes in the Search submenu.

To delete the frequent searches that have been saved already, click on “Clear search history” in this menu. After that, don’t forget to click “Save” for the Yandex search settings to take effect.

Bing

Usually people choose a search engine between Google and Yandex. However, we shouldn’t forget about Bing – the search engine by Microsoft which is the world’s second search tool in terms of traffic.

As well as other search systems, Bing saves user’s online activity, and it is saved to a cloud storage of the Microsoft user account.

You can find this information in your Bing account, where you can log in with your Microsoft account. To do it, go to the account menu and select “Search history.”

Bing search history is presented chronologically. It can also be sorted by type and date, and find a search query by keywords.

From this menu, you can turn search history on or off. By clicking on the link “Manage search history” you can manage the data saved to the cloud storage of your Microsoft account.

To clear the search history, click on the corresponding button, “View and clear browsing history.”

In the next page, click on “Clear activity” and confirm it by clicking on “Clear.” As a result, the entire Bing search history will be deleted.

YouTube

Describing a Google account, we have mentioned that it keeps all Google apps history, including YouTube. To view user’s search history or YouTube watch history, go to “My activity” tool in your Google account (see the article on Google to learn how to do it), and go to “Activity controls” on the left.

In the menu “Activity controls” find the blocks “YouTube Search History” and “YouTube Watch History”.

By the way, to stop monitoring search and watch history, drag the sliders in the opposite direction.

Click on the “Manage activity” link in these blocks to view the activities.

To remove YouTube history, go to the menu and choose “Delete activity by.” Set the time period for removing activities, and click on “Delete.”

You can also view or clear search and watch history through YouTube interface. To do it, go to History in the YouTube menu.

In the menu on the right, select the type of data you want to view: watch history, search history, comments or community posts.

To clear history for the selected type of data, click “Clear all … history” under the menu where you choose the type of data. To disable saving the chosen type of history, click on “Pause … history.”



Author: , Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Editor: , Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

Which search engines and video hosting platforms are included in the analysis described in the article?

The article mentions that the analysis includes data from Google, YouTube, Bing, Yahoo, Baidu, and Yandex.

What kind of information can be obtained from analyzing network activity?

Network activity analysis can reveal a variety of information, including: the type and amount of data being sent and received; the source and destination of the data; the frequency of communication; the duration of the communication; and the protocol used for communication. Additionally, analyzing network activity can provide insight into user behavior and trends, such as which applications are being used most frequently, which websites are visited most often, and which devices are communicating with one another.

What are the potential applications of analyzing network activity?

  1. Network Security: Analyzing network activity can help identify suspicious behavior and detect malicious activities such as malware, data breaches, and denial of service attacks.
  2. Network Performance Monitoring: Analyzing network activity can help identify bottlenecks and other issues that are affecting network performance.
  3. Network Troubleshooting: Analyzing network activity can help identify the root cause of problems and quickly diagnose issues.
  4. Network Capacity Planning: Analyzing network activity can help determine how much bandwidth and resources are needed to meet user demand.
  5. Network Optimization: Analyzing network activity can help optimize the network for better performance and scalability.

How does the article describe the differences between the search engines analyzed?

The article describes the differences between the search engines analyzed in terms of their algorithms and user interfaces. Google is described as having a powerful algorithm that uses artificial intelligence to provide more accurate and relevant search results. Bing is described as having an algorithm that focuses more on providing a wider range of results, but not necessarily more accurate ones. Yahoo is described as having an algorithm that focuses on providing more personalized results based on the user's search history. In terms of user interfaces, Google is described as having a simple, straightforward design that makes it easy for users to find what they are looking for. Bing is described as having a more visual interface with images, videos, and other multimedia elements that can help users find what they are looking for. Yahoo is described as having a more complex interface with multiple tabs and menus that can make it more difficult for users to find what they are looking for.

What are some of the limitations of analyzing network activity, as described in the article?

  1. Network activity analysis is limited by the accuracy of the data being collected. Data collected from network activity can be incomplete or inaccurate, resulting in incomplete or inaccurate analysis.
  2. Network activity analysis is limited by the availability of data. The amount of data available to analyze can be limited by the type of network and the tools used to collect it.
  3. Network activity analysis is limited by the complexity of the network environment. Networks can be complex and difficult to analyze, making it difficult to accurately identify and analyze malicious activity.
  4. Network activity analysis is limited by the resources available to analyze it. Depending on the size and complexity of the network, analysis may require significant resources and time to complete.

Comments (13) #

  • Ashton Eastwood 3.04.2018 21:01 #

    What is the main topic of the article "View the History of Network Activity in Google, Yandex, Bing, YouTube"?

    • Hetman Software 3.04.2018 21:31 #

      The main topic of the article is how to view the history of network activity on popular search engines and video streaming platforms such as Google, Yandex, Bing, and YouTube.

  • Sigmund Jessop 3.04.2018 16:36 #

    What are some of the potential ethical concerns associated with analyzing network activity?

    • Hetman Software 3.04.2018 17:11 #

      1. Invasion of privacy: Network activity analysis can reveal sensitive information about individuals, such as their browsing history, which could lead to ethical concerns over the right to privacy.
      2. Discrimination: Network activity analysis could be used to discriminate against certain individuals or groups, such as by targeting them with ads or other services based on their online activities.
      3. Misuse of data: Network activity analysis can be used to collect and store large amounts of data, which can be misused if not properly secured.
      4. Manipulation of data: Network activity analysis can be used to manipulate data in order to gain an advantage or to deceive others.
      5. Abuse of power: Network activity analysis can be used to gain access to confidential information, or to gain an unfair advantage over competitors.
  • Digby Knightley 3.04.2018 14:24 #

    How does you describe the impact of social media on network activity?

    • Hetman Software 3.04.2018 14:59 #

      The impact of social media on network activity is significant. Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have revolutionized the way people communicate and interact with each other. They have made it easier for people to connect with each other and share information quickly and easily. This has resulted in an increase in network activity, as people are constantly sharing content, interacting with each other, and engaging in conversations. Social media has also increased the visibility of businesses and organizations, allowing them to reach a wider audience. Finally, social media has enabled businesses to better understand their customers and tailor their products and services to meet their needs.

  • Thomas Birtwistle 3.04.2018 11:23 #

    What role does network activity play in SEO, according to the article?

    • Hetman Software 3.04.2018 11:53 #

      Network activity plays an important role in SEO because it helps to build relationships with other websites, which can lead to link building opportunities and increased visibility in search engine results. Additionally, it can help to create a larger online presence, which can lead to increased brand awareness and recognition. Finally, network activity can also help to drive more traffic to a website, which can lead to increased conversions and sales.

  • Wilmon Melbourne 3.04.2018 09:39 #

    How does you explain the concept of search engine optimization (SEO)?

    • Hetman Software 3.04.2018 09:54 #

      Search engine optimization (SEO) is the process of optimizing web content and web pages so that they appear higher in search engine rankings. SEO involves optimizing both on-page and off-page elements, such as content, HTML code, keywords, and link building. The goal of SEO is to increase visibility in search engine results and drive more organic traffic to a website. SEO is an ongoing process that requires constant monitoring and adjustment to ensure maximum visibility and ranking.

  • Hetman Software: Data Recovery 19.07.2018 16:30 #

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