Want an easier browsing experience? Here’s how to clear your cache now
Love a faster, safer online browsing experience? Here’s why you need to hear your cache, and how to do it now.
We live in an age where smartphones and computer devices have become an invaluable part of our lives. We rely on them for work, shopping, staying in touch with friends and family and… we’ll pretty much everything!
But what happens when your trusty device starts letting you down? And in particular, your laptop or desktop computer starts running slowly, and you’re getting frustratingly slow connections to the internet?
Find out why it could be time to clear your cache, why it’s so important to do regularly, and how to do it now.
Is your cache full?
If you are tech-savvy and spend most of your waking hours working online then it’s understandable that you will visit many different websites. And by doing so, you will build up sizable temporary files.
Over time, these files will start affecting your system’s speed, and cause a dip in performance. This will impact you even more if you have a low hard drive capacity. However, if you clear your cache, you can get things back on track.
Improve your browsing security
Aside from improving your device’s online performance, there’s another good reason for clearing your cache.
If you are using your office computer, clearing these files will help you protect your privacy. If you don’t make it a habit, anyone using that system can see what you are doing.
It’s also important to know that most websites save your data, and that could give hackers access to your personal information. You might also be vulnerable to adware malware if you keep your temporary files stored for too long.
Fix browser errors
You may occasionally notice issues when using your browser. For example, if you are using Mac and browsing Safari for research, some web pages may be slow to load, or not open at all. Cleaning your Mac cache might help you fix these errors too.
How often must you clear these unwanted files?
Now that you have an understanding of why it’s important to clear files off your computer, let’s look at how often you should clear your cache.
If you regularly work on your system and have to use web pages often, it is a good idea to clear it once a month or bi-monthly. However, if your work is confidential, or you view a high number of pages every day, it’s better to wear your cache regularly.
How do you clear your cache?
The method you use to clear your cache will depend on the type of system and browser you are using. For example, if you are using Safari on your Mac, use the following method:
- Click to open your browser and look for Preferences.
- Click on the advanced tab and enable “Show Develop Menu.”
- And click on the “Empty Cache.”
If you have Microsoft Edge, this is the process to follow:
- Click on the menu button in the upper right corner.
- Click on Settings.
- Under Clear browsing data, click on Choose what to clear.
- Click on Clear.
When was the last time you cleared your cache?
Clearing your cache is a temporary solution to improve your browsing experience, and as you can see is something it’s wise to get into the habit of doing.
And don’t worry about losing important information each time: clearing your cache won’t erase your login credentials, downloaded files, or any custom settings.
If you have any queries about clearing your cache or any other technical aspect of using your device, it’s a good idea to speak to a professional.
