How to Clear Your Browser Cache

2 min. readlast update: 10.22.2025

Clearing your cache is an essential maintenance task that can help improve your browser's performance and resolve various issues related to loading websites. Each browser has its own method for clearing the cache. Here’s a guide on how to do it in different popular browsers:

Clearing Cache on Different Devices

Windows 11

To clear the cache in Google Chrome:

  1. Open Google Chrome.
  2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner.
  3. Select "More tools" > "Clear browsing data."
  4. Choose a time range (select "All time" for a complete clear).
  5. Check "Cached images and files."
  6. Click "Clear data."

For Microsoft Edge:

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner.
  3. Go to "Settings" > "Privacy, search, and services."
  4. Under "Clear browsing data," click "Choose what to clear."
  5. Select a time range and check "Cached images and files."
  6. Click "Clear now."

iPhone (Safari)

  1. Go to Settings > Safari.
  2. Scroll down and tap "Clear History and Website Data."
  3. Confirm the action.

To clear cookies and cache but keep history:

  1. Go to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Website Data.
  2. Tap "Remove All Website Data" and confirm.

Android (Chrome)

  1. Open the Chrome app.
  2. Tap the three dots in the top right corner.
  3. Select "History" > "Clear browsing data."
  4. Choose a time range (e.g., "All time").
  5. Check "Cookies and site data" and "Cached images and files."
  6. Tap "Clear data."

General Tips

  • Clearing cache can improve performance and resolve website issues.
  • Always restart your browser after clearing cache for changes to take effect.
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