Etsy is the go-to marketplace for unique handmade items and vintage finds. The mobile app makes shopping convenient, but it also tracks your browsing and search activity. If you want to maintain privacy or reset your recommendations, clearing your history is a simple process.
Clearing your Etsy history helps reset the suggested items you see and gives you more control over your shopping experience. Here's how to do it on the mobile app.
How to Clear Your Etsy App History
Follow these steps to clear both your viewing and search history in the Etsy app:
- 1.Open the Etsy app on your smartphone or tablet
- 2.Tap the "You" icon at the bottom of the screen
- 3.Select "Settings" from the menu
Click to expand - 4.Look for the "Enable History" option at the top of the page - this is turned on by default but you can disable it if you prefer
Click to expand - 5.Below that, you'll find "Clear Viewing History" and "Clear Search History" options
- 6.Tap each option to clear the respective history type
Once you tap these options, your viewing and search history will be cleared immediately. You'll notice that Etsy stops showing you items related to your recent activity, which can be helpful if you want to reset your recommendations or maintain privacy.
Keep in mind that clearing your history only removes recently viewed listings and search terms. Etsy still retains information about items you've favorited and shops you've followed, so those will continue to appear on your home page.
You can repeat this process anytime you want to clear your activity. It's a quick way to refresh your shopping experience and manage your privacy on the platform.
