How to clear browser cache on windows 11?

Using PowerShell commands to clear browser cache on Windows 11 is possible, but it requires specific commands tailored to each browser. PowerShell can automate the deletion of cache folders, but you should be cautious and ensure you target the correct directories to avoid deleting important data.

How to Clearing Browser Cache with PowerShell

1. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)

Cache is stored in:
C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\Default\Cache
PowerShell command to delete cache:

Remove-Item -Path "$env:LOCALAPPDATA\Microsoft\Edge\User Data\Default\Cache\*" -Recurse -Force

2. Google Chrome
Cache is stored in:
C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Cache

PowerShell command:

Remove-Item -Path "$env:LOCALAPPDATA\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Cache\*" -Recurse -Force

3. Mozilla Firefox

Cache location varies; typically in:
%APPDATA%\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\<profile folder>\cache2

PowerShell command:

Remove-Item -Path "$env:APPDATA\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\<profile folder>\cache2\*" -Recurse -Force