How do I clear my web browser’s cache, cookies and history?

Android

The steps to clear your cache, cookies and history may differ depending on your Android model and preferred browser. However, you should be able to clear your cache and data from your application management settings menu in four quick steps:

1. Go to Settings and choose Apps or Application Manager.

2. Swipe to the All tab.

3. In the list of installed apps, find and tap your web browser. Tap Clear Data, then Clear Cache.

4. Exit/quit all browser windows and reopen the browser.

Chrome for Android

1. Touch Chrome menu > Settings.

2. Touch (Advanced) Privacy.

3. Touch Clear Browsing Data.

4. Exit/quit all browser windows and reopen the browser.

Safari (Apple iOS)

Note: The following steps apply to the newest version of Mobile Safari for iOS. If you need instructions for older versions, you might find them in Apple Support’s Clear the history and cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

1. Open your Settings app.

2. Tap Safari.

3. Tap Clear History and Website Data and confirm.

4. Exit/quit all browser windows and reopen the browser.

Chrome for iOS

1. Touch Chrome menu > Settings.

2. Touch Privacy.

  1. Choose the data type you want to clear.
  2. Touch Clear.
  3. Exit/quit all browser windows and reopen the browser.