How to Clear all Cache and Cookies in Chrome 2025

When you browse the internet using Google Chrome, your browser saves certain data from websites in its cache and cookies. While this helps sites load faster, it can also cause issues such as loading errors or formatting problems. Clearing your cache and cookies can help resolve these issues.

Step-by-Step Guide to Clearing Cache and Cookies in Google Chrome

Follow these steps to delete cache and cookies in Google Chrome:

1. Open Google Chrome on your computer.

2. Click on the three-dot menu at the top right corner of the browser or shortcut (Ctrl+Shift+Del)

3. Select "Clear browsing data."

4. Choose a time range, such as "Last hour" or "All time."

5. Select the data you want to delete:

• Cookies and other site data
• Cached images and files

6. Click "Delete data" to complete the process.

Important Notes:

• If you delete cookies while signed in to Chrome, you won’t be signed out of your Google Account.
• To log out from all websites, sign out of Chrome before clearing cookies.
• You can quickly access the "Clear browsing data" menu by typing “Delete browsing data” in the address bar and selecting the action chip.

How to Clear Cache and Cookies in Other Browsers

If you are using browsers like Safari or Firefox, you can find specific instructions on their respective support sites.

What Happens After Clearing Cache and Cookies?

After clearing your browsing data:

• Some site settings will be reset, and you may need to sign in again.
• If you have sync enabled, your Google Account will remain signed in to delete data across all your devices.
• Some websites may load slower initially, as images and content need to reload.

How Cache & Cookies Work

• Cookies are small files stored by websites to remember your preferences and login details.
• Cache saves parts of web pages, like images, to help them load faster when you revisit them.

Regularly clearing your cache and cookies can improve your browsing experience and fix certain issues. For instance, if your favorite websites are not loading properly, you may need to clear your browser cache and cookies. Try it out whenever you notice problems with website performance!

FAQ Cache & Cookies

Q: Will clearing cache and cookies delete saved passwords?

A: No, unless you select the option to delete passwords in the browsing data settings. If you want to clear cache in Chrome without losing passwords, make sure to only select “Cached images and files” and “Cookies and other site data.”