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Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.sortpin.com/faqs/how-to-create-a-new-profile-for-chrome.md). # How to Create a New Profile for Chrome? {% hint style="info" %} **Why create a new Chrome profile?** Keep work & personal browsing separate, test extensions in a clean environment, or share your computer without sharing browsing history. {% endhint %} ## ๐ŸŽฏ When You Need a New Chrome Profile * ๐Ÿงช **Testing SortPin** in a clean environment (no other extensions interfering) * ๐Ÿ’ผ **Separate work and personal** browsing (different bookmarks, history, passwords) * ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง **Share computer with family** without mixing accounts * ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ **Troubleshoot Chrome issues** โ€” a fresh profile often fixes mysterious bugs * ๐Ÿ”„ **Manage multiple Pinterest accounts** safely *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Create a New Chrome Profile โ€” 5 Steps ### Step 1 โ€” Click Your Profile Avatar In the top-right corner of Chrome, click the **profile avatar** (circle icon with your name/photo). ### Step 2 โ€” Click "Add" or "+ Add" In the dropdown menu, click **"+ Add"** at the bottom (also labeled "Add new profile" in newer Chrome versions). ### Step 3 โ€” Sign In or Continue Without Account You'll see two options: * ๐ŸŸฆ **Sign in** โ€” link the profile to a Google account (syncs bookmarks, passwords, history) * โšช **Continue without an account** โ€” local-only profile, nothing syncs Pick the option that fits your use case. ### Step 4 โ€” Customize Your Profile * ๐ŸŽจ Choose a **theme color** * ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Pick an **avatar/icon** * ๐Ÿ“ Give it a **name** (e.g., "Work", "Pinterest Test", "Personal") Click **Done**. ### Step 5 โ€” Start Using the New Profile A new Chrome window opens with the new profile. You can: * ๐Ÿ”„ Switch profiles anytime by clicking the avatar in the top-right * ๐Ÿ“Œ Pin the new profile to your taskbar for one-click access * ๐Ÿงฉ Install extensions independently (e.g., [install SortPin here](/getting-started/how-to-install-sortpin.com-extension.md)) *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ Switch Between Chrome Profiles Once you have multiple profiles, switching is easy: 1. Click the **profile avatar** in the top-right of Chrome 2. Click the profile you want to use 3. A new window opens for that profile > ๐Ÿ’ก **Pro tip:** Pin each profile to your Windows/macOS taskbar โ€” Chrome creates a separate shortcut per profile for instant access. *** ## ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ How to Delete a Chrome Profile If you no longer need a profile: 1. Click the **profile avatar** in the top-right 2. Click the **โš™๏ธ gear icon** in the profile menu 3. Find the profile you want to delete โ†’ click **โ‹ฎ three dots** โ†’ **Delete** โš ๏ธ **Warning:** Deleting a profile **permanently removes** its bookmarks, history, and saved passwords from this device. *** ## ๐Ÿ’ก Common Use Cases ### Test SortPin in a Clean Profile If SortPin is acting weird in your main profile (conflict with another extension?), create a new profile: 1. Create new profile (steps above) 2. [Install SortPin](/getting-started/how-to-install-sortpin.com-extension.md) in the new profile only 3. Test if the issue persists If SortPin works fine in the new profile โ†’ another extension is causing the conflict. ### Manage Multiple Pinterest Accounts Want to run **separate Pinterest accounts** safely? * Create one Chrome profile per Pinterest account * Each profile has separate cookies โ†’ Pinterest sees them as different devices * Helps avoid account linking and reduces ban risk > โš ๏ธ Always follow Pinterest's terms of service. See [How to grow Pinterest safely](/faqs/how-to-grow-a-pinterest-account-without-getting-locked.md). *** ## โ“ FAQs **Q: Will creating a new profile delete my current bookmarks?** A: No. Your existing profile stays exactly as it is. New profiles are completely separate. **Q: How many Chrome profiles can I create?** A: Chrome supports many profiles (no strict limit) โ€” but more than 5โ€“10 may slow Chrome down. **Q: Can I sync the same Google account on multiple profiles?** A: Yes, but it defeats the purpose โ€” bookmarks and history will sync between them. Use different Google accounts (or "no account") for true separation. **Q: Do extensions install separately for each profile?** A: Yes. Each profile has its **own extensions**, settings, and history. *** {% hint style="info" %} ๐Ÿ’ฌ **Need help setting up?** Our [chat support](https://go.crisp.chat/chat/embed/?website_id=48b6c12a-2212-4be1-9e27-2dad7e2d5fb0) team is one click away. {% endhint %} --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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