How to clear cache on iPhone

Cache is data that is stored locally by the operating system and by applications. It's a place for web pages, games, in-app downloads, etc., and also where iOS stores temporary information when recording files. All of this data takes up space, thus causing up space.

However, keep in mind that clearing the app's cache will clear the associated data. In many cases, your application needs this data to function properly or to remember your preferences and settings. So, before clearing the cache for any iPhone app, consider if you really need that app's data.

1. How to clear cache on iPhone: Safari

You can first free up memory and help improve iPhone performance by clearing Safari's cache. Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Press to open Settings

Step 2: Scroll down and tap on Safari.

Step 3: Tap on Clear History and Website Data.

Step 4: Tap on Clear History and Data.

Step 5: Tap on Clear History and Data again.

Step 6: Scroll down and tap on Advanced.

Step 7: Tap Website Data.

Look at the top of the list and you'll see the amount of website data Safari stores on your device. The example in my machine is currently 1.8GB.

Step 8: Here you have two options: Click Clear all website data or click Edit, then click the red minus button next to each website you want to delete. Tap Done when finished.

Remember, this removes website data, browsing history, and website cookies. If you want to keep any of these, consider clearing the cache of the things below.

2. How to clear cache on iPhone: Third party apps

With Safari, you can clear cached data for other native and third-party apps. One method is to open the app and delete its content from within.

Use the app's built-in tools

Step 1: Press to open Settings.

Step 2: Tap the app you want to delete data from

Step 3: Click the switch next to Clear cache

One example is Chrome. You can clear the cache by following these steps:

Step 1: Click to open Chrome.

Step 2: Click on the three dots icon located in the bottom right corner.

Step 3: Tap Settings on the pop-up menu.

Step 4: Tap Privacy.

Step 5: Click on Clear browsing data.

Step 6: Click again on Clear browsing data located at the bottom.

3. Delete and reinstall

Another method is to completely delete the app and reinstall it from the App Store. Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Press to open Settings.

Step 2: Click General.

Step 3: Tap iPhone Storage.

Step 4: Tap an app you want to delete.

Step 5: Click on Delete App.

Step 6: Tap on Delete app again.

Step 7: Reinstall the app from the App Store.

Step 8: Repeat these steps for all apps that are too large.

Temporary files and third-party cleaner apps

Here are additional ways to clear iPhone cache and free up some necessary storage space.

4. Restart iPhone

All operating systems create temporary files on the device. These files are typically created to convert data to a permanent file. To delete these files, reboot your iPhone. On iPhone X and later, press and hold the Volume Down and Power buttons, then swipe right when the power off slider appears. Press and hold the Power button to turn it on again.

If you're using a new iPhone SE or iPhone 8 or later, you can turn off your iPhone by holding the Power button until the slider appears.

A reboot frees up system memory to make room for the processor and operating system to handle tasks. This also removes all other temporary files and short-term data used by your app.

5. Use third-party apps

Another way to clear your cache is to use a third-party app specifically designed for iPhone optimization. If you use MacOS to connect to your iPhone, you can use PhoneClean. PhoneClean is a paid application, about $ 20, but now there are quite a few sites that support free installation of this tool.

When using a PC with Windows operating system, 3uTools will be the best tool to do this. Because in addition to the ability to clean up junk, this free tool also helps manage photos, music, apps, iOS settings, .

Jessica Tanner

Update 26 February 2021