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CalahanReed
Jan 09, 2026Iron Contributor
How to clear browser cache on windows 11?
Really need help on this. My browser is acting a bit sluggish on Windows 11 and I'm pretty sure it's time for a cache purge. I also noticed some websites aren't loading correctly, and I've heard that...
AmayaI
Jan 09, 2026Bronze Contributor
Using Disk Cleanup's "Hidden Browser Cache" option can be an effective way to clear browser cache if you want to free up space and ensure your browsers are not storing unnecessary data.
How to Clear Browser Cache on Windows 11 use Disk Cleanup:
- Open Disk Cleanup (search for it in Start).
- Click on Cleanup system files.
- Select your drive (usually C:).
- Wait for it to scan.
- Look for options like:
- Temporary Internet Files (may include some browser cache).
- Temporary Files.
- Check those options if available.
- Click OK and confirm.
Important Notes:
Modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge (Chromium) store cache files in their own directories, which Disk Cleanup might not fully clean.
For the most thorough cache clearing, it's better to manually clear cache within each browser (via Ctrl+Shift+Delete) or use browser-specific cleanup tools.
The "Hidden Browser Cache" option in Disk Cleanup is more useful for legacy or system-level cache files.