What is a web browser cache?
Your web browser cache is a database of files used to store downloaded files on your computer. When you return to a website, your browser can use the files stored in your cache such as images, HTML, text content, and Javascript to make the site load faster.
Why should I clear it?
When you clear your cache, it prevents you from using old information, and can help applications run better in your browser, particularly when a system or web site is being updated.
How do I clear it?
You can clear cached data in most modern browsers by holding down Control + Shift + Delete and selecting the appropriate checkboxes. See the attached document for how to clear your cache in the most popular browsers or follow the instructions below:
Google Chrome
- Press Control + Shift + Delete
- Under the Advanced tab select: Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files
- Press the Clear data button
Apple Safari
- Select Safari -> Preferences
- Click the Privacy tab and select Manage Website Data
- Select Remove All
Microsoft Edge
- Press Control + Shift + Delete
- On the Time range dropdown, select All Time
- Select Browsing history, Download history, Cookies and other site data, and Cached images and files
- Press the Clear now button
Firefox
- Press Control + Shift + Delete
- On the Time range to clear dropdown, select All Time
- Select Browsing & download history, Cookies, Active Logins, Cache, Form & search history
- Press the OK button