How to Clean Up Your Browser’s Cache, Cookies and History for a Faster Computer

Clearing your browser’s cache, cookies, and history frequently is a very good practice. Your PC gets slower as a result of this data building up over time. Additionally, this frees up some space on your PC, safeguards your personal information, removes unneeded files, and enhances computer speed. 

Know about cookies, caches and history

Whenever you visit a website, cookie pop-up windows may seek your consent to set cookies. Despite the fact that you could frequently accept these requests without thinking and immediately go on to the next job, these cookies are really records made by the websites you visit. By preserving information when you explore or return to a site, they may recognise and monitor files that facilitate your online experience. 

The list of websites you have previously viewed is your surfing history. You can erase your history if you'd want to keep them secret. This will assist you in protecting your personal information.

Using Google Chrome

• On your computer, run Chrome and choose the three dots in the top right corner.
• Choose More Tools followed by Clear Browsing Data.
• Check the boxes next to the following items: download history, browsing history, and other appropriate data.
• You may also revisit Basic Settings and select the time range drop-down selection there. If you want to delete your cache, pick All time rather than the one that best suits your preferences.
• Lastly, press the Clear data button.

With Safari

• If you're using Safari, choose History > Clear History from the top menu.
• Choose the time frame you wish to erase, then select Clear History.
• You will find your cache and your browser history erased.

With Mozilla Firefox

• Click on Firefox's hamburger menu in the upper right corner.
• choose the Privacy and Security option from the left column. After that, scroll down to the "Cookies and Site Data" section.
• After selecting the Delete cookies and site data when Firefox is closed checkbox, click Clear Data.

The process of logging back into your favourite websites after clearing your browser's cache, cookies, and history may be tedious, but the improved computer speed may make it worthwhile.