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How to Clear Cache in Chrome on Any Device (2026)

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The short answer

To clear cache in Chrome on a computer, press Ctrl + Shift + Delete (Windows) or ⌘ + Shift + Delete (Mac).

At a glance

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Google describes the cache simply: Chrome remembers parts of pages to help them open faster during your next visit.

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The steps are the same on Windows and macOS because Chrome uses the same menu on both.

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Google notes that if you delete cookies while signed in to Chrome on Android, you won't be signed out of your Google Account, but you may need to…

Key point 4 of 5

Chrome lists several kinds of data.

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If a site still misbehaves after a fresh start, the cache probably wasn't the cause.

Quick tip

Before you clear everything, try a hard reload on the one page that's misbehaving. On Windows press Ctrl + Shift + R or Shift + F5.

Watch out

Google warns that deleting data on iPhone may sign you out of your Google Account.

You might ask

Will clearing the cache delete my passwords? No. Passwords are only deleted if you tick Saved passwords (or the matching option on iPhone).

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How to Clear Cache in Chrome on Any Device (2026)

Being Tricky