Chrome Journeys, also known as Chrome History Clusters, group related pages and searches from your browsing history together. This can help you resume previous research sessions with ease. In current versions of Chrome the feature no longer carries the Journeys name: it is the By group tab on the History page. This guide explains how to use it and how to delete groups, following Google’s Check or delete your Chrome browsing history help page.
What Are Chrome Journeys?
Journeys organized your browsing history into groups based on related topics or tasks. Chrome now shows these groups in the By group tab of the History page on a computer, where you can find earlier browsing and continue with suggested related searches.
How Does History Clustering Work?
Chrome automatically groups related pages and searches you visited, so you can pick up where you left off. This is particularly useful for research projects, shopping comparisons, or any task that needs several related pages. Google notes that sensitive browsing history may be hidden from groups automatically; you can still find those pages with the search box on the History page.
Resuming Previous Research Sessions
To open your grouped history and resume previous sessions:
- Open Chrome and click on the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner.
- Select History > History or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + H (Windows/Linux) or Command + Y (Mac).
- Select the By group tab and choose the group you want to review.
- To reopen every page in a group, select More > Open all in new tab group next to it.
You can also go straight to the grouped view by typing chrome://history/grouped in the address bar.
Managing and Deleting Journeys
To delete pages from a group, or a whole group:
- Open the History page using Ctrl + H (Windows/Linux) or Command + Y (Mac) and select By group.
- Find the group you want to change.
- To delete one page, select More > Remove from history next to it.
- To delete the whole group, select More > Remove all from history next to the group.
chrome://settings in the address bar to quickly open Chrome settings and customize your privacy preferences.Privacy Implications of Journeys
Grouped history is built from your normal browsing history, so the usual history controls apply:
- Click the three-dot menu and select Delete browsing data to remove history for a time range.
- Check Browsing history and select Delete data.
- Consider using Incognito mode for private browsing sessions, which are not saved to History.
| Feature | Windows | macOS | Linux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access History | Ctrl + H | Command + Y | Ctrl + H |
| Delete Browsing Data | Ctrl + Shift + Delete | Command + Shift + Delete | Ctrl + Shift + Delete |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can’t find certain Journeys?
Ensure that your browsing history has not been cleared. History only covers the last 90 days, and pages you opened in Incognito mode are not saved. Sensitive topics may be left out of groups, so search the History page for them instead.
Can I disable Chrome Journeys?
Google’s help does not describe a switch for regular users. On managed computers, administrators can hide the grouped view with the HistoryClustersVisible policy. You can always delete groups, or your history, as shown above.
How often does Chrome update Journeys?
Groups are built from your history as you browse, so new visits show up over time.
Do Journeys sync across devices?
If you are signed in to Chrome and save your history to your Google Account, your History also shows pages you visited on your other devices.
How can I improve my privacy while using Journeys?
Use Incognito mode for sensitive browsing, delete your browsing data when you need to, and review your settings under Settings > Privacy and security.
In conclusion, grouped history (formerly Journeys) is a handy way to continue research or other tasks. Knowing how to find and delete groups helps you keep your privacy while using it.