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How to Enable iCloud Private Relay on Mac
- iCloud Private Relay is a privacy feature part of iCloud+ subscription that hides IP address & encrypts DNS lookups to enhance online privacy.
- To enable iCloud Private Relay on Mac, go to System Preferences, click on your Apple ID, select iCloud, and toggle Private Relay switch to ON.
- Ensure you have a modern MacOS version (Monterrey or later) and a paid iCloud subscription for access to this feature.
- With Private Relay enabled, your IP address is hidden, providing more privacy, but custom DNS settings are disabled for security reasons.
- To disable iCloud Private Relay, follow the same steps and toggle the setting to OFF position in System Preferences.
- iCloud Private Relay encrypts internet traffic in Safari through two separate relays, enhancing privacy without being a VPN.
- It ensures websites and third parties can't track your online activities effectively, enhancing online privacy for Safari users.
- Enabling iCloud Private Relay on all your devices is recommended for consistent privacy protection across platforms.
- Paid iCloud subscription is required for this feature, and using other browsers like Chrome will not activate Private Relay.
- It's a seamless integration for privacy-conscious users, but may require disabling for specific website compatibility.
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