How to Clear Browser Cache in Chrome
What is the Chrome cache (and why it matters)
Chrome saves parts of websites (images, scripts, and other files) in a “cache” so pages load faster the next time you visit.
Over time, that saved data can become outdated or corrupted, which can cause sites to load incorrectly, show old content, or crash
When to clear your browser cache in Chrome
Clear cache when you notice any of these: slow loading, broken layouts, login pages looping, images not updating, or a site behaving differently than on another device.
If the goal is only to fix loading issues, clearing cache is usually enough—you don’t need to delete history or passwords.
How do I clear browser cache in Chrome (Windows PC)
- Open Chrome.
- Click the Menu (⋮) in the top-right.
- Click Settings.
- Click Privacy and security.
- Click Clear browsing data.
- In Time range, select All time (or choose “Last hour” if you only want a quick fix).
- Tick Cached images and files.
- (Optional) Tick Cookies and other site data only if you want to log out and reset site sessions.
- Click Clear data.
Shortcut (Windows): Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete to open the Clear browsing data window instantly.
How do you clear browser cache in Chrome (Mac)
- Open Chrome.
- Click the Menu (⋮) in the top-right.
- Click Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data.
- Set Time range to All time.
- Tick Cached images and files.
- Click Clear data
Shortcut (Mac): Press Command + Shift + Delete.
How to clear browser cache in Chrome mobile (Android)
- Open Chrome.
- Tap Menu (⋮) → Settings.
- Tap Privacy and security (or Privacy, depending on version).
- Tap Clear browsing data.
- Choose All time.
- Select Cached images and files.
- Tap Clear data.
How to clear browser cache on Chrome (iPhone/iPad)
- Open Chrome.
- Tap Menu (⋯) → Settings.
- Tap Privacy → Clear browsing data.
- Choose All time.
- Select Cached images and files.
- Tap Clear browsing data to confirm.
How to clear browser cache on Chromebook (ChromeOS)
Open Chrome on your Chromebook.
Click Menu (⋮) → Settings.
Click Privacy and security → Clear browsing data.
Select All time.
Tick Cached images and files.
Click Clear data
How to clear the cache of Chrome without deleting passwords
To clear cache safely, tick only Cached images and files.
Avoid selecting Passwords and other sign-in data unless you intentionally want Chrome to forget saved logins.
Troubleshooting (if the problem stays)
- Hard refresh: On Windows, try Ctrl + F5; on Mac try Command + Shift + R (forces a deeper reload).
Clear cookies for one site: If only one website is broken, clear cookies/site data for that site instead of everything.
Try Incognito: If the site works in Incognito, an extension or cookies may be the cause.
Disable extensions: Ad blockers or security extensions can break pages—disable temporarily to test.
FAQ
How do I clear my browser cache in Chrome?
- Follow Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data → Cached images and files → Clear.
How do you clear the browser cache in Chrome?
- Same steps on Windows/Mac; only the keyboard shortcut differs.
How to clear browser cache on Chromebook?
- Use Chrome Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data.
Will clearing cache delete passwords?
- Not if you only tick “Cached images and files.”
Should I clear cookies too?
- Only if you want to log out or fix login/session issues.