How to Enable Responsive Viewer in Incognito Windows

Test your responsive pages in private browsing mode with fresh cache and zero cookie interference.

Testing in Incognito allows you to test login flows, clean cache state, and third-party trackers. Chrome requires you to grant Incognito permission per extension.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Open Extension Settings

Go to `chrome://extensions` in Chrome and click "Details" under Responsive Viewer.

chrome://extensions

Enable "Allow in Incognito"

Scroll down and toggle the "Allow in Incognito" switch to ON.

Open an Incognito Window

Press `Ctrl + Shift + N` (or `Cmd + Shift + N` on Mac). The Responsive Viewer icon will now appear in your incognito toolbar ready to test.

Important Tips & Best Practices

In Incognito mode, your test sessions will not save browsing history or persistent cookies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are screenshots and recordings saved in Incognito?

Yes, downloaded screenshots and video captures are saved directly to your local computer downloads folder.

Need the extension to get started?

Download Responsive Viewer free from Google Chrome Web Store.

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