How to clear your browser cache
Summary:
Clearing your browser cache helps fix display issues and ensures you see the latest version of a website or widget. The steps depend on the device and browser you’re using.
Google Chrome (Windows & Mac)
- Open Chrome
- Click the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner
- Go to Settings → Privacy and security
- Click Clear browsing data
- Select Cached images and files
- Choose a time range (e.g. “All time”)
- Click Clear data
Safari (Mac)
- Open Safari
- Click Safari in the top menu
- Go to Settings / Preferences
- Open the Privacy tab
- Click Manage Website Data
- Select Remove All
Alternatively, you can use:
- Cmd + Option + E (if enabled for developer cache clearing)
Microsoft Edge
- Open Edge
- Go to Settings → Privacy, search, and services
- Under Clear browsing data, click Choose what to clear
- Select Cached images and files
- Click Clear now
Android (phone)
- Open Chrome app
- Tap the three dots (⋮)
- Go to History → Clear browsing data
- Select Cached images and files
- Tap Clear data
Why clearing cache helps
- Fixes outdated content or widgets
- Loads the latest version of a page
- Resolves display or formatting issues
- Helps after making website or widget changes