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How to Clear Cache on Android: Samsung, Pixel & Chrome

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The short answer

To clear cache on Android, open Settings → Apps, tap the app, tap Storage (or Storage & cache), then tap Clear cache.

At a glance

About 30 minutes · Advanced · For Android

Key point 1 of 5

Google’s Android Help says clearing cache “deletes temporary data” and that some apps may be slow the next time you open them, while clearing…

Key point 2 of 5

Google says you can usually clear an app’s cache in the Settings app, and that settings vary by phone.

Key point 3 of 5

Helps: an app crashes, freezes, won’t load new content, shows broken images or has grown to a huge size.

Key point 4 of 5

Related guide: How to Clear Cache in Chrome on Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone.

Step 5 of 5

Open Settings.

You might ask

Is it safe to clear cache on Android? Yes. Clearing an app’s cache removes temporary files only. Your logins, settings and saved data stay.

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How to Clear Cache on Android: Samsung, Pixel & Chrome

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