Clearing browser cache

Most web browsers display previously saved versions of web pages to the user in order to minimise download times, instead of data downloaded from the web. Pages are automatically stored on the computer in a so-called cache during normal use. In most cases, this is useful for the user, but in some cases, this functionality can also cause problems. For example, your browser may display outdated content instead of the latest content, or some online services may stop working or start function strangely.

In some situations, it may be necessary to completely delete information stored in your browser from your computer. This may be useful for solving some web browsing problems or, for example, when the computer is used by several people, and the web browsing information should not be seen by others. 

 

Firefox (Windows):

  • Open the hamburger menu > Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Firefox (Mac):

  • Open the Firefox menu > Preferences... > Privacy & Security > History > Clear History ...

Chrome:

  • Open the hamburger menu > Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear browsing data.

Edge:

  • Open the hamburger menu > Settings > Privacy & Security > Choose what to clear.

Safari (Mac):

  • Open the Safari menu > Clear History... (Clear History...) > Select the time interval for clearing the cache and select Clear History.

 

On the Detailed help tab, you can find visual instructions for different browsers. 

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