Here are describe how you configure session restore

• https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Session%20Restore

Set firefox to start from a home page, or a group of homepages, including a blank page if required.

See How to set the home page_set-what-pages-open-when-firefox-starts
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This does not answer my question. I need step by step instructions on how I disable the restore previous session button that appears when I open Firefox home page. This is a shared computer and I do not want anyone able to see where I have been!

Consider using a separate password protected Operating System account, if possible, that may help.

You may use Private Browsing - Use Firefox without saving history to prevent some of these problems occurring.

• see also Delete browsing, search and download history on Firefox_how-do-i-clear-my-history
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