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Discover how to clear cookies from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and other browsers to browse online more securely.
Browser cache and cookies are convenient for quickly logging into your favorite websites, but a buildup can put your personal data at risk. Learn how to clear cookies and cache on the most popular browsers. Then, install performance software to help you clean up browser data, junk files, and other clutter that could be slowing you down.
Computer cookies can make our lives easier. They can save our shopping carts, speed up checkout times, and store login credentials and other personal information so we don’t have to.
But just like how too many of the fresh-baked ones can give you a bellyache, too many computer cookies stored on your browser can cause a headache. That’s because cybercriminals are constantly on the prowl for personally identifiable information stored in cookies, which they can exploit and/or sell on the dark web.
Knowing how to clear cookies and cache from your browser is an important step in protecting your personal data online. And that’s where this step-by-step guide comes in — to help you learn how to remove cookies and keep different types of hackers off your trail.
We’ve included all the main browsers below, so jump to the one you use most or look through them all to get an in-depth understanding.
As one of the most popular internet browsers, Google Chrome is available on many devices — and there is a way to remove cookies from each of them.
Follow these steps for how to delete cookies in Firefox across your desktop and mobile devices.
Some instructions may vary based on the type of phone you have and what version of Firefox it is running. Look for the menu icon (three bars) located at the top right corner. On older Android devices, you’ll have to press the hardware menu key and then tap “More.”
Apple’s browser is also available across multiple desktop and mobile devices, and there’s a different way for how to delete cookies from each of them.
These steps apply to Windows PCs:
There are a few different reasons why you should clear your browser’s cookies. Whether for privacy reasons or general computer maintenance and cleanup, most browsers make clearing your cookies an easy task.
Alternatively, if you don’t want to clear browsing data because you appreciate the convenience of not having to constantly log in to your favorite sites, be sure to invest in a reputable VPN, like Norton Secure VPN, for an added layer of protection.
Manually cleaning your browser data can be a hassle. That’s one reason why our expert performance engineers built dedicated software that can help clean up your browser automatically.
Norton Utilities Ultimate is a comprehensive optimization tool for your Windows PC that will help you clean up unnecessary browser data, clear out junk files, and get rid of unnecessary software. Enjoy smoother, faster performance today.
Here are some frequently asked questions about how to clear cookies.
Cookies are able to track multiple types of data from internet users, from browsing history to personal IP addresses.
You should consider deleting cookies regularly — especially from sites you don’t frequently visit.
Yes, clearing cookies will wipe saved passwords from autofill settings saved on web browsers.
Deleting cookies wipes all your personal information from your browser, including usernames, passwords, search history, and website settings and preferences.
Erasing cookies can lead to faster computer speeds. However, deleting information can make it take longer to log into frequently visited websites.
It’s safe to accept cookies because the cookies themselves aren’t dangerous to users. Cookies become risky when hackers can hijack them and view or expose personal information.
Editorial note: Our articles provide educational information for you. Our offerings may not cover or protect against every type of crime, fraud, or threat we write about. Our goal is to increase awareness about Cyber Safety. Please review complete Terms during enrollment or setup. Remember that no one can prevent all identity theft or cybercrime, and that LifeLock does not monitor all transactions at all businesses. The Norton and LifeLock brands are part of Gen Digital Inc.
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