How to Clear Browser Cache (Chrome, Firefox, Edge & Safari)

Overview

Clearing your browser cache helps solve issues where websites do not load or display correctly. It also ensures you see the newest version of a website instead of outdated, locally stored files.

Google Chrome (PC / Mac / Android)

Shortcut

• Windows: Ctrl + Shift + Delete

• Mac: Cmd + Shift + Delete

Via menu

1. Click the three dots (menu) in the top right.

2. Select More tools → Clear browsing data.

3. Choose a time range.

4. Check Cached images and files.

5. Click Clear data.

Mozilla Firefox

Shortcut

• Windows: Ctrl + Shift + Delete

• Mac: Cmd + Shift + Delete

Via menu

1. Click the menu (three lines).

2. Go to Settings.

3. Select Privacy & Security.

4. Under Cookies and Site Data, click Clear Data.

5. Make sure only Cached Web Content is selected.

6. Click Clear.

Microsoft Edge

Shortcut

• Windows: Ctrl + Shift + Delete

Via menu

1. Click the three dots (menu).

2. Go to Settings.

3. Select Privacy, search, and services.

4. Under Clear browsing data, click Choose what to clear.

5. Select a time range.

6. Check Cached images and files.

7. Click Clear now.

Safari (Mac)

Enable Developer Menu (one-time setup)

1. Open Safari.

2. Go to Settings → Advanced.

3. Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.

Clear cache

1. Click Develop in the menu bar.

2. Select Empty Caches.

Why Clear Cache?

• Fixes websites that load incorrectly

• Ensures you see the latest version of a website

• Frees up some storage space on your device