Method 1 On a computer
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Step 1: Open Delete browsing data
In Chrome, press Ctrl + Shift + Delete (Cmd + Shift + Delete on a Mac). You can also open the menu (⋮) and choose Delete browsing data.
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Step 2: Choose a time range
Select All time to clear everything, or a shorter range.
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Step 3: Select Cached images and files
Tick Cached images and files. Untick cookies if you don’t want to be signed out of websites.
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Step 4: Delete the data
Click Delete data and reload the page that wasn’t working.
Method 2 On Android or iPhone
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Step 1: Open the menu
In the Chrome app, tap the menu (⋮ on Android, ··· on iPhone).
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Step 2: Tap Delete browsing data
Choose Delete browsing data (called Clear browsing data in older versions).
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Step 3: Clear the cache
Select Cached images and files, choose a time range and tap Delete data.
Frequently asked questions
Will clearing the cache delete my passwords?
No. Saved passwords are only deleted if you tick Passwords and other sign-in data.
Will I be logged out of websites?
Only if you also clear cookies. Clearing just the cache keeps you signed in.
Summary
Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete, tick Cached images and files and click Delete data.
