How to Clear Cache in Google Chrome

Clearing the cache in Google Chrome can help fix loading problems, outdated website files, broken layouts, or pages that do not update correctly. Chrome stores cached images and files to make websites load faster, but sometimes those saved files can cause small issues.

In this guide, I’ll show you two simple ways to clear only the cache in Google Chrome. The fastest method uses a keyboard shortcut, and the second method uses the Chrome settings menu.

Quick answer

The fastest way to clear Chrome cache is to open Chrome, press Ctrl + Shift + Delete, select only Cached images and files, set the time range to All time, and click Delete data.

Step-by-step text guide

Method 1: Clear Chrome cache with a shortcut

This is the quickest method if you want to open the clear browsing data window directly.

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Open a new blank tab.
3. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete.
4. The Clear browsing data window will appear.
5. Select only Cached images and files.
6. Make sure the other options are unchecked.
7. Set the time range to All time.
8. Click Delete data.

Chrome will now start clearing cached images and files.

Method 2: Clear Chrome cache from settings

You can also clear the cache from the Chrome settings menu.

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click the three-dot icon in the top right corner.
3. Click Settings.
4. Go to Privacy and security from the left menu.
5. Click Clear browsing data.
6. Select only Cached images and files.
7. Set the time range to All time.
8. Click Delete data.

This does the same thing as the shortcut method, but it is easier to follow if you do not use keyboard shortcuts often.

Extra tips

If you only want to clear the cache, do not select options like browsing history, cookies, passwords, or autofill data.

Clearing cached images and files usually does not sign you out of websites. But clearing cookies can sign you out, so be careful when selecting extra options.

If a website still looks broken after clearing the cache, try refreshing the page with Ctrl + F5.

FAQ

Will clearing cache delete my passwords?

No. Clearing only Cached images and files will not delete your saved passwords.

Will clearing cache delete my browsing history?

No. Your browsing history will stay unless you also select the browsing history option.

Should I choose All time?

If you want to fully clear Chrome cache, select All time. This removes cached files from all time ranges, not just the last hour.

Why should I clear Chrome cache?

Clearing cache can help fix websites that load incorrectly, show old content, or behave strangely because Chrome is using outdated saved files.