What is Cache?
Your computer stores files like fonts and images directly from the websites you visit in its cache. These files are similar to those stored in the cache of anyone else who visits the same websites.


Why should I clear it time to time?

Clearing your browser cache is important for several reasons. It helps ensure you're always seeing the most up-to-date version of websites, which can also fix glitches and improve overall browsing performance.


Outdated or old cached data can cause websites to display incorrectly, load slowly, or lead to unexpected errors. Clearing the cache deletes these temporary files. Additionally, regularly clearing your cache can help protect your privacy by removing tracked data, ultimately improving your overall browsing experience.


Why is my cache outdated?

Over time, the cache can store files that are no longer up-to-date or have become corrupted, leading to display and page load issues. This often happens if you don't regularly update your browser or if you leave your browser open for extended periods.



How do I clear my cache?


Google Chrome


You can either do a key control:  Ctrl+Shift+R 


Or, follow these steps:


For PC:

1. **Open Chrome:** Launch the Chrome browser on your computer.
2. **Access Settings:** Click the three vertical dots (More) located in the top-right corner of the Chrome window.
3. **Go to "More tools":** From the dropdown menu, select "More tools."
4. **Choose "Clear browsing data":** Click on "Clear browsing data."
5. **Select Time Range:** Choose the desired time range for clearing data (e.g., "Last hour," "All time"). To clear everything, select "All time."
6. **Select "Cached images and files":** Make sure the box next to "Cached images and files" is checked.
7. **Clear Data:** Click the "Clear data" button.
8. **Close and Restart:** Close and reopen Chrome to ensure the changes are applied.



For Mac:

1. **Open Chrome:** Launch Google Chrome on your Mac.
2. **Access Settings:** Click the three dots in the top right corner (More) and select "Settings."
3. **Navigate to Privacy and Security:** In the left panel, click "Privacy and security."
4. **Clear Browsing Data:** Select "Clear browsing data."
5. **Choose Time Range:** Select the time range for which you want to clear data (e.g., "All time" to clear all cache).
6. **Check Cached Images and Files:** Make sure the checkbox for "Cached images and files" is checked.
7. **Clear Data:** Click "Clear data" to remove the selected cached data.



For iPad:

1. **Open Chrome:** Launch the Google Chrome application on your iPad.

2. **Access Settings:** Tap the three dots (More) located in the bottom right corner of the browser window, then select "Settings."

3. **Go to Privacy:** Tap on "Privacy."

4. **Clear Browsing Data:** Select "Clear Browsing Data."

5. **Choose Data to Clear:** Ensure "Cached images and files" is checked. You can also select other data types like browsing history or cookies if desired.

6. **Confirm and Clear:** Tap "Clear Browsing Data" at the bottom of the screen and confirm by tapping "Clear Browsing Data" again in the pop-up window.



Microsoft Edge


You can either do a key control:  Ctrl+Shift+R 


Or, follow these steps:


For PC:

1. **Open Microsoft Edge:** Launch the browser on your device.
2. **Access Settings:** Click the three dots (ellipsis) in the upper right corner of the browser window, then select "Settings".
3. **Navigate to Privacy, search, and services:** In the Settings menu, click on "Privacy, search, and services".
4. **Clear browsing data:** Scroll down to the "Clear browsing data" section and click on "Choose what to clear".
5. **Select "Cached images and files":** Check the box next to "Cached images and files" to ensure that it's included in the data you want to clear.
6. **Choose a time range:** If you want to clear everything, select "All time." You can also choose a specific time range (e.g., "Last hour," "Last day," etc.).
7. **Clear browsing data:** Click on the "Clear now" button to initiate the clearing process.


For Chromebook:

1. **Open Microsoft Edge:** Launch the Edge browser on your Chromebook.
2. **Access Settings:** Click the three-dot menu icon (Settings and more) in the top-right corner, then select "Settings".
3. **Navigate to Privacy:** In the left-hand menu, click on "Privacy, search, and services".
4. **Clear Browsing Data:** Under "Clear browsing data," click "Choose what to clear".
5. **Select Data to Clear:** Check the box next to "Cached images and files" to clear the cache. You can also select other data types like browsing history or cookies if needed.
6. **Clear Data:** Click the "Clear now" button to initiate the cache clearing process.
7. **Restart Edge (Optional):** For the changes to take full effect, it's recommended to close and reopen the Edge browser.


Safari


For iPhone/iPad:
1. **Open Settings:** Tap the "Settings" app icon.
2. **Navigate to Safari:** Scroll down and tap on "Safari".
3. **Clear History and Website Data:** Scroll to the bottom and tap "Clear History and Website Data".
4. **Confirm:** A pop-up will appear. Tap "Clear History and Website Data" again to confirm.



For Mac:
1. **Open Safari:** Launch the Safari browser.
2. **Access Settings:** In the menu bar, go to "Safari" and select "Settings...".
3. **Go to Privacy:** Click on the "Privacy" tab.
4. **Manage Website Data:** Click on "Manage Website Data...".
5. **Remove Data:** You can either click "Remove All" to clear all website data, or select specific websites and click "Remove".
6. **Done:** Once you've removed the desired data, click "Done".