How do I clear cache?

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How do I clear cache?

Overview

Cache is temporary data stored by your browser or website to help pages load faster. Sometimes it can cause outdated content to display, so clearing cache helps refresh your website properly.

1. Clear browser cache

Google Chrome

  1. Open Chrome
  2. Click the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner
  3. Go to Settings → Privacy and security
  4. Click Clear browsing data
  5. Select:
    • Cached images and files
  6. Click Clear data

Microsoft Edge

  1. Open Edge
  2. Go to Settings → Privacy, search, and services
  3. Under Clear browsing data, click Choose what to clear
  4. Select Cached images and files
  5. Click Clear now

Safari (iPhone/Mac)

  • Go to Settings → Safari → Clear History and Website Data

2. Clear WordPress cache (if using a plugin)

If your site uses a caching plugin:

  1. Log in to WordPress
  2. Go to your caching plugin (e.g. LiteSpeed Cache, WP Super Cache)
  3. Click Purge Cache or Clear Cache

3. Clear hosting/server cache (if available)

Some hosting setups include server-level caching:

  1. Log in to DirectAdmin or hosting panel
  2. Look for Cache Management or performance tools
  3. Click Clear/Purge Cache

Why clearing cache helps

  • Fixes outdated website content
  • Resolves styling or layout issues
  • Helps after SSL or DNS changes
  • Forces browser to load the latest version of your site

Important Notes

  • Clearing cache does not delete your files or website data
  • You may need to log back into websites after clearing cache
  • Changes may take effect immediately after clearing

Common Issues & Fixes

Website still looks old after changes

  • Clear browser cache again
  • Try an incognito/private window

Changes not showing after SSL or updates

  • Clear both browser and WordPress cache

Need Help?

If your website still isn’t updating after clearing cache, our support team can check your hosting setup and help refresh your site correctly.

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