2 Simple Ways to Clear the Cache on Safari Browser

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Quickly delete your cache on iOS or macOS
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Want to clear your cache and cookies on Safari? Emptying your cache can help your device if it's struggling to load web pages quickly or crashes often. Here's how to clear your cache on Safari using your iPhone, iPad, or Mac with expert advice from Computer Technician Stan Kats.

Quick Steps

  1. Open Settings .
  2. Tap Safari .
  3. Tap Clear History and Website Data .
  4. Select All History .
  5. Tap Clear History .
Method 1
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Using iPhone or iPad

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  1. This is the grey cog icon. You can find it on your Home screen or in the App Library. [1]
  2. You can find this in the list of pre-installed iOS apps.
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  3. You may need to scroll down to find this.
  4. This is the bottom option in the pop-up menu.
  5. Your cookies, cache, and history will be deleted.
  6. If you want to just clear your cache and keep your browsing history , do the following:
    • Go to Settings .
    • Tap Safari .
    • Tap Advanced .
    • Tap Website Data .
    • Tap Remove All Website Data .
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Using Mac

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  1. This looks like a compass.
  2. You can find this in the top toolbar.
  3. This is in the drop-down menu.
  4. This is the tab at the top.
  5. This is next to the Cookies and website data header.
    • A window will open with "all stored website data," Kats assures.
  6. The site will be highlighted.
  7. The cache will be cleared.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/105082

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