How to clear your Android phone cache

Cache refers to temporary files, such as images, scripts and other resources, that help apps and websites load faster. Clearing cache removes those temporary files from your device without affecting your personal app settings or login credentials. For example, in the Facebook app, cached data may include saved profile pictures, photos and videos; clearing the app's cache removes those temporary files from your device, but it does not log you out.

Clearing cache only removes temporary files and does not delete app data. Your accounts, settings and app data remain intact. It can make your device faster by freeing up storage and removing potentially corrupted or outdated files, which can resolve slowdowns and glitches.

You should clear cache whenever you notice your Android device acting sluggish; for most users, every few months is sufficient. Many apps let you clear cache within settings. The Google Search app includes clear cache controls, and even Snapchat has a clear cache button, so you can free up storage and fix issues.

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