How to Delete Recently Watched Videos on YouTube
Are you looking to clear out your YouTube watch history and remove recently watched videos? Whether you want to keep your browsing activity private or simply want to declutter your YouTube experience, deleting recently watched videos is a straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to delete recently watched videos on YouTube for both desktop and mobile devices.
Step 1: Access Your YouTube History
First, you need to access your YouTube history. On a desktop computer, go to YouTube.com and log in to your account. Then, click on your profile picture in the top-right corner and select “History” from the dropdown menu. On a mobile device, open the YouTube app, tap on your profile picture in the bottom-right corner, and then tap on “History” from the menu that appears.
Step 2: View and Delete Recently Watched Videos
Once you are in the History section, you will see a list of recently watched videos. Scroll through the list to find the video you want to delete. To delete a single video, hover over it on a desktop and click the “X” icon next to the video. On a mobile device, tap the three dots next to the video and select “Remove.”
If you want to delete multiple videos at once, you can select multiple videos by holding down the “Ctrl” (Windows) or “Command” (Mac) key and clicking on the desired videos. Then, click the “Delete” button at the top of the list. On a mobile device, tap the checkboxes next to the videos you want to delete and then tap the “Delete” button.
Step 3: Clear All Recently Watched Videos
If you want to clear your entire list of recently watched videos, simply click the “Clear all” button at the top of the page on a desktop or tap the “Clear all” button in the upper-right corner of the mobile app. This will remove all videos from your history, and you will be prompted to confirm the deletion.
Step 4: Turn Off Auto-Play
To prevent recently watched videos from appearing in your history in the future, you can turn off the auto-play feature. On a desktop, go to YouTube.com, click on your profile picture, and select “Settings.” Under the “History” section, uncheck the “Play videos I watch next” option. On a mobile device, go to the YouTube app, tap on your profile picture, and select “Settings.” Scroll down and tap on “History,” then uncheck the “Play videos I watch next” option.
By following these simple steps, you can easily delete recently watched videos on YouTube and maintain your privacy or keep your watch history organized.
