{"id":20488,"date":"2024-10-28T16:40:08","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T08:40:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/?p=20488"},"modified":"2025-12-18T15:39:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:39:04","slug":"how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clear Cache and Cookies on Chrome: Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you encounter browser or website issues in Chrome, you may choose to clear the cache and cookies in the browser to see if it helps you fix the issue. This post offers detailed instructions for how to clear cache and cookies on Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Clear Cache and Cookies on Chrome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px;background-color:#ffefd8;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you clear cache and cookies in Chrome, make sure your important information like account login passwords is saved and remembered. Back up important data. Make sure all your needed tabs are bookmarked or saved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1. Open the \u201cClearing browsing data\u201d window in Chrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Launch the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/chrome\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Google Chrome<\/a> browser. Use one of the 4 ways below to launch the \u201cDelete browsing data\u201d window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Click the three-dot icon in the upper-right corner and select \u201cDelete browsing data\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press the Ctrl + Shift + Delete shortcut to quickly open it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter \u201cchrome:\/\/settings\/clearBrowserData\u201d in the address bar and press Enter to open it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the three-dot icon in the top-right corner &gt; Settings &gt; Privacy and security &gt; Delete browsing data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"307\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-1.png\" alt=\"Open the \u201cClearing browsing data\u201d Window in Chrome\" class=\"wp-image-20492\" style=\"border-width:1px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-1.png 307w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-1-176x300.png 176w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 307px) 100vw, 307px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2. Select which data you want to clear in Chrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Basic:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Select the time range you want to clear the data. You can select Last Hour, Last 24 Hours, Last 7 Days, Last 4 Weeks, or All Time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cBrowsing history\u201d to <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/delete-google-search-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">delete your browsing history<\/a> including the search box history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cCookies and other site data\u201d to delete Chrome cookies and sign out of most websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cCached images and files\u201d to clear the&nbsp;Chrome cache.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-2-1024x636.png\" alt=\"Select which data you want to clear in Chrome: basic options\" class=\"wp-image-20494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-2-1024x636.png 1024w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-2-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-2-768x477.png 768w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-2.png 1062w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advanced:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Select the time range you want to clear the data. You can select Last Hour, Last 24 Hours, Last 7 Days, Last 4 Weeks, or All Time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Browsing history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookies and other site data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cached images and files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passwords and other sign-in data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autofill from data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Site settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hosted app data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-3-1024x637.png\" alt=\"Select which data you want to clear in Chrome: advanced options\" class=\"wp-image-20495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-3-1024x637.png 1024w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-3-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-3-768x477.png 768w, https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/how-to-clear-cache-and-cookies-on-chrome-3.png 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3. Clear cookies and cache in Chrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you select the data you want to clear, click the <strong>Delete Data<\/strong> button, and it will start removing your selected data from Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px;background-color:#ffefd8;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To delete cache and cookies on Chrome on Android or iPhone\/iPad, you can launch the Chrome app on your device and follow the similar operation above.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/fix-chrome-keeps-crashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">How to Fix Chrome Keeps Crashing or Freezing Issue: 10 Ways<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens After Clearing Cache and Cookies on Chrome?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You will be logged out of most websites in your Chrome browser.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any site-specific settings or preferences like language or dark mode settings will be reset to default.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may have an improved performance of Google Chrome. Your Chrome may run faster than before.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you clear the Chrome cache and cookies, some websites may load slowly the first time you visit them. They need to load all necessary files again. However, the subsequent visit should be faster.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Chrome browser can fetch and display the latest version and content of pages and websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clearing cookies and cache in Chrome can free up more space for your device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The previous browsing issues like the&nbsp;site not loading or browsing errors may be fixed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some browser extensions that rely on the cookies for functionality may need to be&nbsp;set up again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:15px;background-color:#ffefd8;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/fix-chrome-wont-open\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">unable to open Chrome<\/a> in your country, you may try a VPN tool. <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>LightningX VPN<\/strong><\/a> is a top VPN for Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, TV, Linux, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc. You can use it to access Chrome, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Disney+, Netflix, HBO Max, ChatGPT, and more. It features fast speed, stable connection, strong encryption, stick no-log policy, and ease of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.292), 1.05rem);\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-2-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/download\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:100px;background-color:#ffb700;padding-top:10px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:30px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get LightningX VPN<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Browser Cache and Cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cache_(computing)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Cache<\/a>: Store some parts of web pages like images, aiming to load pages faster for repeated visits. If you clear the&nbsp;cache in Chrome, some sites may load slowly on your next visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/HTTP_cookie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Cookies<\/a>: Store user-specific information like site login credentials and other site preferences. If you clear cookies on Chrome, you need to log into websites by entering your account login credentials again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/how-to-clear-cookies-on-iphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">How to Clear Cookies on iPhone 17\/16\/15: Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Need to Clear Cache and Cookies on Chrome?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fix Chrome browser issues:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Chrome is not working properly, clearing cache and cookies may help fix Chrome issues and improve your browsing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fix website loading or login issues:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdated or corrupted cached data or cookies may lead to site loading or login problems like the&nbsp;\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/fix-this-site-cant-be-reached-error\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">this site can\u2019t be reached<\/a>\u201d error, unable to log into a site, etc. Still, the web pages may display old content due to the cache and cookies and not reflect the most recent changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearing the cache and cookies may help fix these issues and force the browser to display the latest version of pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Free up storage space and speed up Chrome:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cache and cookies will accumulate over time. They will take up much storage space on your device and may slow down the Chrome browser. Clearing them can improve the browser\u2019s performance and free up storage for your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Protect your privacy and security:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cookies and cache store your site login information and browsing habits. Clearing them can help protect your privacy and account safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/download-google-chrome-for-pc-mac-mobile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Download Google Chrome for Windows 10\/11 PC, Mac, Mobile<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Clear Cache and Cookies on Chrome \u2013 FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Will clearing cache and cookies log me out of websites?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You will be logged out. You need to enter your login information to log into those websites again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Can clearing cache and cookies fix browser-related issues?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. This action can help fix many browser-related issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. How often should I clear cache and cookies in Chrome?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It depends on what you do online and how often you need to visit the same websites in Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. What is the shortcut to clear the cache in Chrome?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ctrl + Shift + Delete.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you encounter browser or website issues in Chrome, y [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":20497,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"wp-custom-template-en","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[500],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"lang":"en","translations":{"en":20488,"cn":20499,"tw":20506,"ja":20513,"ko":20521,"ru":20526,"es":20531},"pll_sync_post":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20488"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20488"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20488\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82430,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20488\/revisions\/82430"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20497"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20488"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20488"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20488"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}