FAQs
The cache and cookies should be cleared regularly for several reasons. Depending on your settings, the cache can grow quite big, use a lot of disk space on your computer and cause slow web browsing. The cache can also cause issues when viewing new versions of previously visited web pages.
How do I clear my computer's cache cookies? ›
In Chrome
- On your computer, open Chrome .
- At the top right, click More. Clear browsing data.
- Choose a time range, like Last hour or All time.
- Select the types of information you want to remove.
- Click Clear data.
While usually benign, these files sometimes create errors when loading a page or downloading a document. Clearing the cache and cookies will fix errors caused by these files.
What will I lose if I clear cookies and cache? ›
After you clear cache and cookies: Some settings on sites get deleted. For example, if you were signed in, you'll need to sign in again. If you turn sync on in Chrome, you'll stay signed into the Google Account you're syncing to in order to delete your data across all your devices.
Is there a downside to clearing the cache? ›
A common concern is that clearing your cache might delete the images, songs, documents, and other files you have downloaded from website you have visited, but those files are different to your web browser cache. So rest assured that simply clearing your cache won't affect the files you have saved.
Will clearing my cache delete anything? ›
When you clear cache, the stored data of any app or browser that you clear is wiped out. That means apps and websites will load files (photos, videos, etc.) from the internet rather than retrieving them from your phone.
How often should you clear your cache and cookies? ›
However, for a typical internet user, our suggestion is to empty your cache approximately once or twice every month.
Does clearing cache and cookies delete browsing history? ›
No. Browsing history is just a log of websites and pages you visited. Cookies store information about what you did on individual websites.
Will clearing the cache delete passwords? ›
Cache refers to a temporary storage area on your device that stores recently visited web pages, so technically if you only clear the cached images and files, there are no passwords to worry about.
Are passwords stored in cookies or cache? ›
The cache is where the browser stores temporary website information. Your passwords are stored in the Password Manager. Your login status is stored in special cookies. The cache is where the browser stores temporary website information.
It's best to delete your search history at least twice a month to reduce the chances of getting hacked.
Is it better to delete or clear history? ›
Your web history is a record of all the websites you visit. All browsers log your history, and while it's helpful, you could run into potential speed and privacy problems if you never delete your browsing history.
How often should I clear the cache and cookies? ›
However, for a typical internet user, our suggestion is to empty your cache approximately once or twice every month.
What happens when you clear the cache on your computer? ›
You can clear your cache to delete cookies and website data from your browser. This may help resolve a variety of issues, including trouble when browsing your library website, signing in, or downloading titles.
Is there a downside to clearing browser history? ›
Some of your settings might be deleted when clearing your browser history. For example, you might have to re-sign into your accounts. If you want to delete cookies and cache for a specific site, you can learn how to change more cookie settings in Chrome.
Is clearing cookies the same as clearing history? ›
No. Browsing history is just a log of websites and pages you visited. Cookies store information about what you did on individual websites.
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