How to clear cache and cookies in Edge

Prerequisites & Requirements

• •A computer running Windows 10 or 11, or a compatible device with Microsoft Edge installed.
• •Administrator or user-level access to modify browser settings.
• •No specific tools or software are required, but ensure Edge is up to date.
• •Consider backing up any important data, such as saved passwords or form data, as clearing cookies may log you out of websites.

Method 1: Using Edge Settings

• •Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge. Click on the three horizontal dots (menu) in the top right corner.
• •Step 2: Select 'Settings' from the dropdown menu.
• •Step 3: In the left sidebar, click on 'Privacy, search, and services'.
• •Step 4: Scroll down to the 'Clear browsing data' section and click on 'Choose what to clear'.
• •Step 5: In the pop-up window, check the boxes for 'Cookies and other site data' and 'Cached images and files'.
• •Step 6: Select the time range from the dropdown (e.g., 'Last hour', 'Last 24 hours', 'All time').
• •Step 7: Click the 'Clear now' button to complete the process.
• •Step 8: To verify it worked, revisit a website and check if it loads fresh content.
• •Step 9: If it doesn't work, ensure that you have selected the correct time range and that Edge is updated.

For Windows 11

• •Step 1: Open Edge and click on the 'Start' button, then select 'Settings'.
• •Step 2: Navigate to 'Apps', then 'Apps & features', and find Edge to ensure it's updated.

For Windows 10

• •Step 1: Open Edge and click on the three dots, then select 'Settings'.
• •Step 2: Ensure you are in the 'Privacy and services' section to access the clearing options.

Method 2: Using Keyboard Shortcuts

• •Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge.
• •Step 2: Press 'Ctrl + Shift + Delete' on your keyboard.
• •Step 3: A 'Clear browsing data' pop-up will appear. Check 'Cookies and other site data' and 'Cached images and files'.
• •Step 4: Choose the time range from the dropdown menu.
• •Step 5: Click 'Clear now' to execute.
• •Step 6: Verify by visiting a website to see if it loads fresh content.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• •Error: 'Unable to clear cache' - Solution: Restart Edge and try again.
• •Issue: 'Cookies still present' - Fix: Ensure you are not using a private browsing window, as this may retain cookies.
• •Problem: 'Cache not cleared' - Workaround: Try clearing cache in Edge's InPrivate mode by pressing 'Ctrl + Shift + N' and repeating the steps.

Advanced Tips & Shortcuts

• •Keyboard shortcut: 'Ctrl + H' - Opens the history tab for quick access to previously visited sites.
• •Command line: 'edge://settings/clearBrowserData' - Directly accesses the clear browsing data settings.
• •Hidden feature: 'Edge Collections' - Access this feature to save and organize content from the web.

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