How To Clear Browser’s Cache? [PC And Phone]

Clearing a browser’s cache enhances its overall performance while keeping many errors at bay. Once you free the cache of unnecessary data, it will be ready to store updated information and the latest security features. Therefore, it is important for you to understand how to clear your browser’s cache so you can enhance your browsing experience. 

Also, Read: How To Clear PC Cache

Key Takeaways

• A cache is a temporary storage where all the data related to the visited websites is stored.
• You can clear a browser’s cache by going to the “Privacy And Security” page from “Settings” and selecting the “Clear Browsing Data” option.
• Clearing the browser’s cache can fix its functioning, remove errors, free up space, and enhance its security.

What Is Browser’s Cache?

A browser’s cache stores information from every website you visit on your device. Thus, whenever you visit the same websites again, the browser will use preloaded data, such as images and stylesheets. Thanks to cache storage, a reduced amount of data is transmitted over your network when launching websites which helps them load quickly even with slow internet.

How To Clear Browser’s Cache?

This section explains how to eliminate cache for different browsers on your PC and smartphone. Relaunch your browser after clearing the cache to maintain its stable performance. 

PC

There is a similar procedure for erasing the cache on different browsers on your PC, be it Chrome, Edge, Opera, or Mozilla Firefox. Though, the method is entirely unique for the Safari browser. Apart from this, you can read our guide on how to clear the DNS cache if you ever need to perform the process.

Google Chrome

1. Open the web browser and locate the “Three-Dot ⋮” symbol at the extreme right corner of the top panel. Click on it.

   

2. You will see a range of options in the drop-down menu. Go to “Settings.”

   

3. Highlight “Privacy And Security” in the left bar to view its sub-options.
4. Click on “Clear Browsing Data.”

   

5. On the following pop-up, select the “Basic” section.
6. Put a mark next to “Cached Images And Files.” Also, set the Time Range as “All Time.”
7. Hit the blue button, “Clear Data.”

   

Opera

1. Wait for the Opera Homepage to load.
2. Place your cursor on the Opera Logo “O” on the top left of the screen. Click the symbol to open a menu.

   

3. Head to “Settings.”

   

4. Go to the “Privacy And Security” screen from the left box.
5. Select “Clear Browsing Data.”

   

6. A dialog box will appear on your screen.
7. Stay on the “Basic” tab and set the Time Range as “All Time.”
8. Tick the box “Cached Images And Files” and press “Clear Data.”

   

9. You have successfully erased the cache for your Opera browser.

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Microsoft Edge

1. Head to Microsoft Edge’s Homepage.
2. Find and click on the “Three-Dots ⋯” on the top bar. 

   

3. You will see a drop-down menu.
4. Hover your cursor on the small arrowhead at the bottom of the drop-down to view more options.

   

5. Next, choose “Settings.” It will take you to the next page.

   

6. On your left, highlight “Privacy, Search And Services.”
7. Locate the heading “Clear Browsing Data.”
8. Press the “Choose What To Clear” button in the same box as “Clear Browsing Data Now.”

   

9. Again, maintain the Time Range as “All Time” and select “Cached Images And Files.”
10. Press “Clear Now” to delete the browser’s cache.

    

     

Mozilla Firefox

1. Go to your Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. Select the “Hamburger Menu (three horizontal lines)” on the upper right edge.

   

3. Navigate to and click on “Settings.”

   

4. Head to the “Privacy And Security” section on this page.
5. Press the “Clear Data” button under the “Browser Privacy” heading.

   

Safari (macOS)

1. Launch “Safari” on your macOS computer.
2. Click the “Safari” menu on the top panel beside the Apple logo.

   

3. Select “Preferences.”

   

4. Pick the “Advanced” tab located on the extreme right.
5. Focus on the bottom of the dialog box. You should see a message, “Show Develop Menu In Menu Bar.” Mark the box next to this message.

   

6. Head to the top panel. You will notice a “Develop” option. Click on it.
7. Hit “Empty Caches” from the menu to clean the cache.

   

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Mobile Phone

An Android phone’s cache can be cleared through the phone settings or the browser. On the other hand, iOS requires you to clear the browser data from settings to erase its cache.

Google Chrome

It is recommended to erase Chrome’s cache when it frequently crashes or freezes during regular usage. The two methods discussed in this section are equally effective and take almost the same time to get done with.

Via Browser

1. Open “Chrome” browser on your mobile phone.

   

2. Tap on the “Three-Dot ⋮” menu on the right corner of the top bar.

   

3. Choose “Settings” from the drop-down.

   

4. Go to “Privacy And Security.”

   

5. Tap the first option, “Clear Browsing Data.”

   

6. Select “Cached Images And Files.” Besides, keep the Time Range as “All Time.”
7. Press the “Clear Data” button on the bottom right.

   

Via Phone Settings

1. Access the “App Screen” and go to the phone’s “Settings.”

   

2. Select “Apps.”

   

3. Find “Chrome” and tap on it.

   

4. Pick “Storage.”

   

5. Tap “Clear Cache” on the bottom menu.

   

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Safari (iOS)

When you delete the cache on your Safari browser, you will be signed out of any websites you are currently logged into. Make sure you remember all your passwords.

1. Tap the “Settings” icon on your “App Screen.”

   

2. Go to “General.”

   

3. Scroll and find “iPhone Storage.” Tap on it.

   

4. Select “Safari.”

   

5. Choose “Website Data.”

   

6. Now, press the last option, “Remove All Website Data.”

   

When Does It Become Necessary To Clear Your Browser’s Cache?

Certain situations call for a cache clearing, for example, when you are experiencing a slower performance than usual or the browser keeps freezing or crashing. In addition, the process can come in handy when you cannot use online streaming sites on the browser, like Netflix or Youtube. Hindrances while performing a search or saving new data can also indicate a need for refreshing the cache data.

Furthermore, it is a common troubleshooting step to resolve website errors and security concerns when there is insufficient space to store recent data. Furthermore, check out the easy way to perform a disk check on your computer.

Does Cleaning Cache Remove Errors?

In most cases, deleting the browser’s cache will fix persistent errors. This happens because clearing the cache will eradicate the buildup of unused files and data from the storage, hence wiping out any glitches or bugs. As a result, the source of errors can be swiftly removed.

What Are The Benefits Of Clearing Browser’s Cache?

This simple process comes with a list of benefits that can enhance the overall user experience on your browser. For instance it;

• Boosts the performance of your browser by removing unnecessary data in the cache storage.
• Ensures that you can access the most recent version of a website.
• Fix reoccurring errors by eradicating corrupt and faulty data in the browser’s cache.
• Frees up storage to store newer data.
• Removes any tracking data stored by advertisers on your device.
• Deletes conflicting data for a smoother loading of the web pages.
• Gets rid of expired cache data to display the latest website content.

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Final Words

We hope you are now aware of how to effectively clear the browser’s cache to solve ongoing problems with your browser. Deleting the cache once a month or two is enough to keep your system healthy and stable; anything more than that can result in losing important data. If you’re a console gamer, you might be interested in learning about how to clear cache on Xbox. 

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Abdul Hadi

[How To’s & Guides Editor]

Haddi has been in the Gaming and tech Space for over 10 Years Now; he has worked on notable websites like eXputer, Gamepur, Gear Siege, Gearnuke, and plenty more. He is an expert at Games & PC Hardware; you can expect him to solve any problem. People often joke, that if there is any problem anyone can solve, Haddi can solve it faster. Currently, Haddi writes and manages a Team of Experts at Tech4Gamers.

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