How do I clear my cache, cookies and history in Google Chrome?
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From time to time, you may be advised to clear your cache, cookies and browsing history to improve the performance of your internet browser.

In the Chrome browser:

  1. Click on the Settings menu (3 dots) on the top right hand side
  2. Click on Settings 
  3. On the left hand side, click Privacy and security
  4. Under the Privacy and security section click Clear browsing data
  5. A new dialogue box will open  
  6. Click Basic 
  7. Select the period to delete from in the Time range drop down menu
    (To clear all cached data and cookies, select All time, this is recommended)
  8. Ensure check boxes and Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files are ticked
  9. Click on Clear Data and wait for that dialogue box to exit 
  10. Close all open Chrome instances and therefore all tabs

Note:  For further information on how to manage Chrome data on your computer, visit Google Account Help - Clear cache & cookies 

 

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