Clear the Cache on an Internet Browser

Summary

Many common issues encountered when working online can be resolved by clearing the cache.

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Each internet browser features a cache or history of visited sites. This feature allows frequently visited pages to load more quickly since repetitive information is stored. However, the cache can become full. Clearing the cache empties the stored information and allows web pages to load new or different items. Users can clear the cache on any internet browser anytime they encounter issues on the internet. 

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In all browsers other than Safari, Ctrl+Shift+Delete will launch the browser history window to quickly clear history and cookies.

Click link below for step-by-step instructions.

Refresh Your Cache

Google Chrome

Firefox

Safari

Opera

Android

iOS

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Article ID: 13011
Created
Mon 5/9/16 5:28 PM
Modified
Wed 4/17/24 12:49 PM

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