How to Change Your Device Name in Browser Settings

Learn how to easily change your device name in browser settings for better privacy control.

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To change the device name on your browser: Open your browser settings, navigate to 'Privacy and security', then to 'Site Settings'. Scroll to the 'Cookies' section and locate the device ID or name, and edit it accordingly.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why should I change my device name in the browser? Changing your device name can enhance your online privacy and help prevent tracking by websites.
  2. Is it possible to reset my device name back to default? Yes, you can restore your device name to default settings in your browser's settings menu.
  3. What are cookies and how do they relate to device names? Cookies are small pieces of data that websites store on your device; managing them can affect your device identification.
  4. Where can I find the site settings in my browser? You can typically find site settings by navigating to 'Privacy and security' in your browser's settings menu.

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