Clear browser cache in Safari

Clear the browser cache in Safari to remove the accumulated junk. Images and data of the websites you visit are stored in the cache so that they can be loaded more quickly. But after a while, a lot of unnecessary data accumulates there. We'll show you how to clear the cache.

Clear Safari cache via shortcut

You have two options to clear the cache in Safari. The quickest way is by shortcut:

• On Mac, use the key combination "cmd" + "alt" + "E".
• On the Windows PC, clear the cache using the shortcut "Ctrl" + "Alt" + "E". A query appears asking whether you really want to delete the cache. You confirm this with Enter.

Clear Safari cache on Mac using the developer menu

You can also manually clear the cache on Mac. To do this, you must first make the "Developer" menu item visible:

1. Open Safari and click on "Safari" in the menu bar at the top left.
2. Click on "Settings" underneath and then on "Advanced" in the window that opens.
3. Place a checkmark at the bottom of "Show menu" Developer "in the menu bar. The corresponding item should now be visible in the menu bar.
4. To clear the cache, click on the new item "Developer" and then on "Clear cache memory". (see the screenshot)

No safari on board? No problem. We'll also show you how to clear the cache in Google Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer. In this practical tip you will find out what the cache is generally about.