How to clear cookies and cache
Over time, websites store data (cookies and cache) to enhance your browsing experience. However, this data can become outdated or corrupted, leading to issues like loading problems or outdated content. Clearing cache and cookies for a specific site can resolve these issues without affecting your data on other sites.
What are cookies and cache?
Cookies: Small files that websites store on your computer to remember your preferences and login information.
Cache: Temporary files saved by your browser to help websites load faster.
Step-by-step instructions
Google Chrome
Click the View site information icon to the left of the address bar.
Select Site settings from the dropdown.
Click Delete data under the Usage section.
Confirm by clicking Delete in the prompt.
This will delete all data stored by the site, including cookies and cached files.
Microsoft Edge
Click the three dots in the top-right corner.
Select Settings from the dropdown.
Click Cookies and site permissions in the left-hand menu.
Choose Manage and delete cookies and site data.
Click See all cookies and site data.
Search for the website using the search bar.
Click the down arrow next to the site's name to expand details.
Click the trash bin icon to delete the site's cookies and cached data.
This will delete all data stored by the site, including cookies and cached files.
Tips & Tricks
Regular Maintenance: Periodically clearing cache and cookies for sites you frequently visit can help maintain optimal browser performance.
Site-Specific Issues: If a particular website is not functioning correctly (e.g., not loading updates or displaying errors), clearing its cache and cookies is a recommended troubleshooting step.
Saved Data: Be aware that clearing cookies will sign you out of the site, and any saved preferences may be lost.