Regularly clearing your browser's cache ensures you see the most recent website content and can resolve various browsing issues. Here's how to clear cache across different browsers and devices.

What is Browser Cache? Browser cache stores website files locally on your computer for faster loading on subsequent visits. Sometimes, this cached data can prevent you from seeing updated content or cause website functionality issues.

Clearing Cache by Browser

Chrome

• Computer (Windows/Mac): Settings > Privacy and security > Clear browsing data
• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Clear Browsing Data
• Android: Settings > Privacy and security > Clear browsing data

Firefox

• Computer (Windows/Mac): Options/Preferences > Privacy & Security > Clear Data

Safari

• Mac: Safari > Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• iOS: Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data

Microsoft Edge

• Windows: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data

Quick Cache Clear (Hard Refresh) Clear cache for a single page using these keyboard shortcuts:

Chrome/Firefox:

• Mac: ⌘ + Shift + R
• Windows: Ctrl + F5

Safari:

1. Option + ⌘ + E (clear cache)
2. ⌘ + R (reload page)

Microsoft Edge:

• Ctrl + F5 or Shift + F5

Benefits of Clearing Cache:

• Ensures you see the latest website content
• Resolves common browsing issues
• Improves website functionality
• Helps troubleshoot website problems
• Frees up storage space

Remember to clear your cache when experiencing website issues or when requested by technical support for troubleshooting purposes.

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