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Understanding Cache & Cookies and How to Clear Them

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Written by Toto
Updated over a year ago

When you frequent websites like Flush.com, your browser stores certain pieces of information to enhance your user experience. But what exactly is being stored and why?

Cookies are tiny files set up by the sites you visit. Their main goal? To streamline your online interactions by recalling browsing data. For instance, if you set a specific language preference on a site, a cookie remembers it for the next time.

Cache, on the other hand, recalls segments of web pages, especially visuals, so they load quicker upon subsequent visits.

However, sometimes stored data might lead to browsing issues. When this happens, a cache and cookie cleanse can help. Here's a breakdown based on your browser:

Chrome (Windows & Mac):

1. Launch Chrome.

2. Top right, spot and click on the three dots (More).

3. Go to "More tools" and then "Clear browsing data."

4. Decide on a time range. To erase everything, pick "All time."

5. Check "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files."

6. Hit "Clear data."

Chrome (Android):

1. Open the Chrome application.

2. Click the three dots (More) beside the address bar. Select "Settings."

3. Head to "Privacy" then "Clear browsing data."

4. Personalize which cookies to remove by choosing a time range.

5. Check "Cookies and site data." Ensure all else is unchecked.

6. Tap “Clear data.”

Chrome (iOS):

1. Activate the Chrome application.

2. Click on the three dots at the top right, scroll and pick “Settings.”

3. Go to “Privacy” then “Clear browsing data.”

4. Mark “Cookies, site data” and unmark all else.

5. Click “Clear browsing data” and then “Done.”

Firefox (Windows & Mac):

1. Boot up Firefox.

2. Find the “menu bars” (three parallel lines) at the top right, and opt for the “Privacy” pane.

3. Opt for “Clear your recent history.”

4. Check only “Cookies” and decide on the relevant time range. For a full wipe, select “Everything.”

5. Confirm your selections, ensuring you retain desired items, and hit “Clear now.”

Firefox (Android):

Instructions might vary slightly based on device and Firefox version.

1. Access the "Settings" menu within Firefox.

2. Spot “Privacy & security” and choose “Clear private data.”

3. Pick “Cookies & active logins.”

4. Tap “Clear data” to finalize.

Firefox (iOS):

1. Start Firefox.

2. Spot the “menu bars” (three lines) at the lower right.

3. Access “Settings” then move to “Privacy.”

4. Pick “Clear private data,” ensuring only “Cookies” is marked.

Safari (Windows & MacOS):

1. Activate Safari.

2. From the dropdown Safari menu, select “Preferences.”

3. Navigate to “Privacy” then “Manage Website Data.”

4. Opt for “Remove all.”

Safari (iOS):

1. Dive into your device’s Settings.

2. Scroll to “Safari,” move on to “Advanced,” then “Website Data.”

3. Click on “Clear history and website data.”

When using Flush.com, it's essential to have the most seamless experience. If ever you face glitches, try clearing your cache and cookies. It's a quick tech detox for smoother gaming!

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