How to clear your browser Cache

Description/What is it?

When you use a browser, like Chrome or Edge, it saves some information from websites in its cache and cookies.  Cache helps jog your device’s memory.

Prerequisite

Chrome or Edge Web Browser

Would you like some self-help with this topic?

Regularly clearing your browser cache and cookies not only safeguards your privacy but also enhances your internet performance. It resolves issues such as loading or formatting problems on websites, ensuring a smoother browsing experience.

Using Chrome

  1. Open Chrome.
  2. At the top right, click More More >  Delete browsing data.
  3. Choose a time range, like Last hour or All time.
  4. Select the types of information you want to remove.
  5. Click Delete data.

 

Using Microsoft Edge

  1. Open Edge.
  2. At the top right, click ( ... ) ellipsis 
  3. Go to Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data 
  4. Select Ctrl+Shift+Del.
  5. You can also type "edge://settings/clearbrowserdata" in your address bar to access this function.
  6. Click Delete data.

 

Note: It is also advisable to reboot your computer periodically to ensure optimal performance and resolve any lingering issues.

Print Article