Over time, your browser stores information from websites you visit — such as images, data, and login details — to make loading pages faster. However, this can sometimes cause loading issues, outdated content, or login errors. Clearing your cache and cookies helps resolve these problems and ensures your browser runs smoothly.


Below are step-by-step instructions for Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge.


For Google Chrome

Desktop

  1. Open Google Chrome.

  2. Click the three dots (⋮) at the top-right corner of your browser.

  3. Go to SettingsPrivacy and security.

  4. Click Clear browsing data.

  5. Select the Time range — for best results, choose All time.

  6. Check the boxes for:

    • Cookies and other site data

    • Cached images and files

  7. Click Clear data.

  8. Restart your browser.


Mobile (Android/iPhone)

  1. Open the Chrome app.

  2. Tap the three dots (⋮) or More (⋯) in the bottom or top-right corner.

  3. Select HistoryClear browsing data.

  4. Choose a Time range (recommend All time).

  5. Check:

    • Cookies, site data

    • Cached images and files

  6. Tap Clear browsing data, then confirm.


For Microsoft Edge

Desktop

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.

  2. Click the three dots (⋯) in the top-right corner.

  3. Go to SettingsPrivacy, search, and services.

  4. Under Clear browsing data, click Choose what to clear.

  5. Set the Time range to All time.

  6. Check the boxes for:

    • Cookies and other site data

    • Cached images and files

  7. Click Clear now.

  8. Close and reopen Edge to complete the process.


Mobile (Android/iPhone)

  1. Open the Edge app.

  2. Tap the menu icon (⋯) at the bottom or top of your screen.

  3. Go to SettingsPrivacy and securityClear browsing data.

  4. Select Cookies and site data and Cached images and files.

  5. Tap Clear data.


Tips

  • Clearing cookies will sign you out of most websites, so make sure you know your passwords.

  • Consider doing this regularly (once a month) to help your browser perform better.

  • If an issue persists after clearing cache and cookies, try restarting your computer or checking for browser updates.