Smartphone owners Honor 10iwho actively use the browser Yandex as the main tool for web surfing, sooner or later face the need for cleaning accumulated data. Browsing history, page cache and saved passwords not only take up space in the internal memory, but can also become a source of leakage of confidential information if the device is lost or transferred to another person. Removing these traces of digital activity is a standard procedure for hygiene of the digital space, available to every Android user.
The cleaning process based on EMUI, which is installed on your Honor 10i, has its own interface features that differ from stock Android. It is important to understand the difference between simply deleting entries from the list and completely clearing the application data, as these actions lead to different results. In this article, we will analyze in detail all available methods, from quick cleaning through the browser menu to a deep reset through the phone’s system settings.
Quick clearing history through the browser menu
The most obvious and frequently used way to delete traces of visits is to use the built-in functionality of the browser itself. This method allows you to selectively delete data for a certain period or clear everything at once without leaving the application. Open Yandex Browser on your Honor 10i and find the menu button, which is usually located at the bottom of the screen and looks like three horizontal stripes or a dot.
After clicking on the menu, select the section History. Here you will see a chronological list of all the sites you have visited previously. For targeted deletion, just press and hold your finger on a specific site, after which a selection check mark and a trash can icon will appear in the upper corner. However, if your goal is to delete everything, it is better to click on the three dots in the upper right corner of the history screen and select Clear history.
In the window that opens, the system will prompt you to select a time range. You can delete data only for the last hour, today, or for the entire lifetime of the browser on the device. Please notethat checkboxes are often offered here to delete cache and cookies. If you want to completely anonymize the session, make sure that all the necessary items are checked before confirming the action.
⚠️ Attention: Deleting cookies will cause you to automatically log out of your accounts on most sites (social networks, mail), and you will need to re-enter your login and password.
Periodicly clearing the history for "All Time" helps not only to free up space, but also speeds up the search bar autocomplete, removing outdated queries.
Deep cleaning through the Android system settings
Sometimes the built-in browser menu does not clear the data completely, especially if we are talking about temporary files that are not relate directly to your browsing history, but take up space. In this case, the system settings of your Honor 10icome to the rescue. This method is more radical and allows you to delete absolutely all application data, including saved settings and databases.
To do this, go to the main menu of the phone and open Settings. Find the section Applications, and then click on the item Manage applications. In the list of all installed apps that appears, find Yandex (or Yandex Browser) and tap on it. You will be taken to the application information screen, where you need to select the item Memory.
Here you will see two main buttons: Clear cache and Erase data. The first one deletes only temporary files, which is safe and does not affect your history or passwords. The second button, Erase data, returns the browser to the “as after installation” state, deleting all history, bookmarks (if they are not synchronized) and settings. Use this method with caution.
- 📱 Clearing the cache is safe and does not delete the user's personal data.
- 🗑️ Erasing data deletes all browser history, passwords and settings permanently.
- 🔄 After resetting the data, the browser will start with the initial setup screen.
☑️ Check before a full reset
Managing synchronized data in your account
Many users Honor 10i log in to your account Yandex to synchronize bookmarks and history between devices. This creates a situation where deleting history on the phone does not remove it from the company's servers, and it may appear again at the next sync or be visible from the computer. To completely delete it, you need to manage the data through a cloud profile.
Go to the browser settings by clicking on the gear icon or through the profile menu. Find the section Synchronization. If it is enabled, you can temporarily disable it before clearing the history on the device so that the changes do not go to the cloud, or vice versa - clear the data on the server. To manage data on the server, it is more convenient to use the web version through any browser by going to ya.ru/id.
In your Yandex ID account, go to the security and data settings section. There you can find the option to clear search history and visits stored on servers. Important to understandthat this procedure affects all devices associated with your account, including tablets and PCs. After clearing on the server, the local history on Honor 10i can be automatically pulled up again if synchronization is active.
| Clearing method | Deletes history on the device | Deletes history on server | Influence on passwords |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browser menu | Yes | No (without additional settings) | Choice |
| Settings Android | Yes (completely) | No | Yes (all) |
| Yandex ID (web) | No (server only) | Yes | No |
| Incognito mode | Does not save | Does not save | Does not save |
What happens during a conflict synchronization?
If you cleared the history on your phone, but it remained on the server, when you turn on the Internet and synchronize, old entries may return to the browser history list on Honor 10i.
Clearing the smart line and search tips
Special attention is paid to clearing the tips that appear when entering text in smart bar Yandex browser. This data is often stored separately from your main browsing history and represents your search history. Users Honor 10i often forget to clear this section, believing that clearing history solves all privacy problems.
To remove suggestions, start typing any query in the address bar. A drop-down list with previous requests will appear below it. By clicking on the cross next to a specific request, you will delete only that request. To mass clear, you need to go to Settings browser, go to the section Search and find the item Clear query history.
Also in this section you can disable the function of sending search queries to Yandex to improve search results. This will increase privacy, but may make the search less accurate. Algorithms Browsers will no longer take into account your previous experience when generating suggestions, which is sometimes convenient when changing interests or using the device by several people.
⚠️ Attention: Disabling the sending of search statistics may affect the operation of personalized services Yandex, such as Zen and news recommendations.
Using Incognito mode for privacy
Instead of constantly dealing with the consequences of active surfing, deleting history after the fact, it is much more effective to use preventive measures. Mode Incognito in Yandex Browser on Honor 10i created specifically for sessions that should not be stored in the device memory. You can activate it through the menu by selecting the appropriate item.
In this mode, the browser does not save the history of visited sites, cookies, form data and search queries. All temporary files created during the session will be automatically deleted immediately after closing all incognito tabs. This is an ideal option for logging into mail from someone else's device or searching for sensitive information.
However, it is worth remembering that incognito mode does not make you invisible to the Internet provider or the owner of the Wi-Fi network to which yours is connected. Honor 10i. It only prevents traces from being saved inside the application itself and on the device. Incognito mode does not protect against viruses and malware, so be careful when downloading files even in this mode.
- 🕵️ Your browsing history is not saved in the general browser list.
- 🍪 Cookies are deleted automatically after closing tabs.
- 🔒 Entered passwords are not saved in the password manager.
Incognito mode is the best solution for one-time actions that require confidentiality, as it eliminates the need for manual cleaning in the future.
Automation of cleaning and third-party utilities
For those who want to automate the process of maintaining cleanliness on their Honor 10ithere are built-in optimization tools and third-party applications. The system EMUI has a built-in phone manager that allows you to clear garbage, but for specific cleaning of the browser history it is better to use the settings of the application itself or specialized cleaners.
In the Yandex Browser settings you can find the option to automatically clear data when exiting the application, although the functionality may vary depending on the software version. An alternative is to use applications like CCleaner or Clean Master, which have a "Clear browser history" feature. When using such utilities, carefully read what data they are going to delete.
Regular use of such tools helps maintain the performance of your smartphone at a high level. A clogged cache and a huge history database can slow down not only the browser, but the entire system as a whole, especially on devices with limited RAM, like some modifications Honor 10i.
⚠️ Attention: The interface and names of menu items may vary slightly depending on the EMUI firmware version and the version of the Yandex Browser application. If you do not find the specified item, look for a similar one.
Why does the history return after clearing?
Most often this happens due to enabled synchronization with a cloud account. The browser restores data from a Yandex backup immediately after connecting to the network.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Will the history on my other devices be deleted if I clear it on the Honor 10i?
No, local clearing through the phone settings or browser menu deletes the data only from a specific device. To delete history everywhere, you need to log into your Yandex account through the web interface and clear the history there, or disable synchronization before clearing it on your phone.
Is it possible to recover deleted history in Yandex Browser?
Officially, it is impossible to recover deleted history from the local phone storage. The only chance is if the data was synchronized with the account and you only cleared the phone, but not the server. Then, when resynchronizing, the history may return.
Why do I need to clear the cache if I deleted the history?
History is a list of links, and the cache is saved pictures, scripts and parts of pages for quick loading. Clearing the cache frees up space in the phone's memory and solves problems with incorrect display of sites, but does not directly affect the list of visits.
Does clearing history affect the speed of the Honor 10i phone?
Yes, indirectly. If the history database and cache occupy hundreds of megabytes or gigabytes, this can slow down the file system and the browser itself. Regular cleaning helps maintain stable performance.
How to delete just one specific site from the history?
Go to the "History" section in the browser menu. Press and hold your finger on the desired site until it is highlighted, then tap on the trash icon or cross that appears at the top of the screen to delete the selected item.