How to clear computer cache on Windows 11?

The browser cache such as Chrome or Edge may take so much space on Windows 11 and you have to clear it up.

Browser cache can quietly grow to multiple gigabytes because it stores copies of images, videos, website files, and “temporary” web data to speed up loading. Over time it can waste disk space, cause pages to display incorrectly, and even make the browser feel sluggish. Clearing the cache frees space fast and forces the browser to rebuild clean website files the next time you visit.

Clear computer cache on Windows 11 from web browser

Step 1: Close downloads/streams and save anything important in the browser (like a form you’re filling out).

Step 2: Use the fastest shortcut: open your browser and press Ctrl + Shift + Delete.

Step 3: Set Time range to All time (best for freeing the most space).

Step 4: Make sure you select Cached images and files (or Cache/Cached Web Content).

Step 5:If you don’t want to sign out of websites, do not select Cookies or Passwords.

Step 6: Click Clear:

• Microsoft Edge: Choose what to clear → check Cached images and files → Clear now
• Google Chrome: Clear browsing data → check Cached images and files → Clear data
• Firefox: Clear Data → check Cached Web Content → Clear
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Choose what to clear every time you close the browser → enable Cached images and files (if available).

Step 7:  Reopen a few sites you use often—first load may be slower, then it should normalize.

Clearing browser cache in Windows 11 is one of the quickest ways to reclaim storage on Windows 11, especially if your drive is getting tight. It’s usually safe and won’t delete bookmarks or files, and if you only clear “cached images and files,” you typically won’t get logged out—while still freeing a lot of space.