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How to Clear Cache, Cookies, and Site Data in Firefox

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TitleHow to Clear Cache, Cookies, and Site Data in Firefox
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Cache: 

Stores temporary files like images and scripts from websites you visit

  • Clearing cache helps load updated content and frees up space.

Cookies and Site Data:

Saves your login info, preferences, and session data.

  • Clearing the logs you out of most sites can fix login or display issues.

Browsing History (optional):

Keeps track of websites you’ve visited.

  • Clearing it removes that record from Firefox.

Steps to Clear Data in Firefox:

    1. Open Firefox browser.
    2. Click the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) in the top-right corner.
    3. Select Settings.
    4. In the left sidebar, click Privacy & Security.
    5. Scroll down to the Cookies and Site Data section.
    6. Click Clear Data
    7. Select Everything from the dropdown menu at the top
    8. In the pop-up window, check the following:
      1. Cookies and Site Data
      2. Cached Web Content
      3. Site Settings
    9. Click "Clear" to delete the data.
    10. (Optional) For clearing specific site data:
      1. Click Manage Data.
      2. Find the site, select it, and click Remove Selected.

    Note:

    • This action will sign you out of most websites.
    • It does not delete your saved passwords or bookmarks.
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