Clear Cache on Firefox

How to Clear Cache on Firefox

If you’re using Firefox, and it seems to be working poorly, this guide will show you how to clear cache on Firefox in a few simple ways. We’ve even highlighted ways to clear cache on Firefox for Android and iOS smartphones. Additionally, will also run through when the correct time to delete cache is and when it’s not.

Have you ever heard of websites or tutorials asking you to clear your cache in order for an app or a website’s performance to work? Well, this is the case here too. We will run through all the basics and teach you everything there is to know. You’ll be a cache clearing pro in no time!

Table of contents

What is a Cache?

In short, a cache is a collection of all stored data on your browser or app, when using or connected to the internet. No doubt, cache with stored data helps make websites run faster, helping you to load old websites much faster when you’re re-accessing them.

At the same time, too much cache stored can lead to terrible speeds and the overall performance of the website or app. Take a look below to understand when and why it’s the right time to clear cache on Firefox or in general.

Reasons why you should clear your cache on Firefox or otherwise

  • You’re using your Firefox browser, and it is working slower than usual.
  • There is a lack of storage on your device because of the many apps you use.
  • You have privacy concerns, and would like to get rid of all stored data from your device or Firefox browser history.
  • Your speeds and battery is a little sluggish

How to clear cache on Firefox Windows, Android and iOS

This guide will take you step by step on the easiest ways to delete your cache on your Windows, Android and iOS smartphones. Let’s begin:

Via Windows Firefox browser

  • Open the Firefox browser on your Windows PC.
  • Click on the hamburger icon.
click on hamburger icon
  • Select either “Preferences” or “Settings.”
click on settings
  • Click on “Privacy & Security.”
Privacy and security
  • Now, towards the side of “Cookies and Site Data” click on “Clear Data.”
click on clear data
  • Click on “Clear” after you select which data you’d like to delete and which you’d like to keep.
Click on clear
  • For better results, tick the box that says “Delete cookies and site data when Firefox is closed.”
  • That’s all!

Via Android Firefox browser

  • Open the Firefox browser on your Android phone.
  • Click on the three vertical dots on the bottom-right of the screen.
Android Firefox hamburger icon
  • Select “Settings.”
Click on firefox settings android
  • Select “Delete browsing data.”
Delete browsing data firefox
  • Tick the boxes of the data you’d like to delete and then click on “Delete browsing data.”
Android Delete browsing data
  • You’re done!

Via iOS Firefox browser

  • Open the Firefox app on your iPhone and click on the hamburger icon (three vertical lines) on the bottom-right of the screen.
Click the hamburger icon iOS
  • Click on “Settings.”
Click on Settings iOS
  • Now select “Data Management.”
Click on Data Management iOS
  • Toggle what kind of data you’d like to delete from the list.
  • Click on “Clear Private Data.”
Click on Clear Private Data iOS
  • It’s done!

NOTE – although clearing your cache on Firefox browser or any other kind of app is beneficial, make sure you don’t do it too often. It can create more issues and poorer performance. Stick to clearing cache once a while, or when recommended.

How to automatically clear cache on Firefox

  • Open the Firefox browser on either your PC or Mac.
  • Click on the menu button on the top right of the screen.
  • Select “Preferences.”
  • Click on “Privacy & Security.”
  • Scroll and click on “History.” You will find this below “Cookies and Site Data.”
  • Next to “Firefox will” click on its dropdown menu and select “Use custom settings for history” instead of the default “remember history” option.
  • Now, there will be a list of options, click on the one that says “Clear history when Firefox closes.”
  • Click on “Settings…” which is next to the option.
  • Tick mark the box next to “Cache.”
  • Click on “OK” and save all changes.
  • You’re all done!

Use a VPN for better performance on Firefox

Since we’re on the topic of making the performance levels better and more secure on a browser like Firefox, make sure you’re always connected to a VPN, short for Virtual Private Network, for added security. iProVPN offers a VPN extension for Firefox that is simple and free to install. Just download the extension, sign in to your account and connect to a server!

To conclude

And that’s all! You now know how to clear cache from your Firefox on Windows, Android and iOS. Also make sure you use a VPN to secure yourself while browsing on Firefox.


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