To clear cache, the steps vary depending on the device and browser or app you are using. Here are common methods:
Clearing Browser Cache
Google Chrome (Desktop and Android)
- Open Chrome.
- Click the three-dot menu (top-right).
- Select History , then Clear browsing data.
- Choose the time range (e.g., All Time).
- Check Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files.
- Click Clear data.
- Restart the browser to apply changes
Microsoft Edge
- Open Edge.
- Go to Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data.
- Select the data types to clear (cache, cookies).
- Choose the time range.
- Click Clear now.
- You can also press Ctrl+Shift+Del to open this dialog quickly
Firefox
- Click the menu button.
- Select Settings or Preferences.
- Go to Privacy & Security panel.
- Under Cookies and Site Data , click Clear Data.
- Select Cached Web Content and click Clear.
- Alternatively, press Ctrl+Shift+Del and choose cache to clear
Safari (iOS)
- Open Settings on your device.
- Scroll to Safari.
- Tap Clear History and Website Data.
- Confirm by tapping Clear History and Data
Clearing App Cache on Android
- Open Settings.
- Go to Apps or Apps & notifications.
- Select the app you want to clear cache for.
- Tap Storage & Cache.
- Tap Clear Cache.
- Repeat for other apps if needed
Clearing Cache Partition on Samsung Devices (Advanced)
- Power off the device.
- Use the hardware button combination (varies by model) to enter recovery mode.
- Use volume buttons to select Wipe cache partition.
- Confirm with the power button.
- Reboot the device
Note: Clearing cache can free up space, fix loading issues, and improve performance, but it may also remove saved preferences or cause websites to load more slowly the first time after clearing. Always restart your browser or device after clearing cache for changes to take effect
