Mozilla Firefox: How to clear the cache

How to clear the cache in the Mozilla Firefox Browser Manually and Automatically

The Mozilla Firefox browser has a built-in cache that stores some information. When you browse websites on your computer, unused files and other junk can accumulate in your cache.

This is why it is important to clear it to make room for the browser. It is also a great way to keep your computer clean when it comes to online threats.

Here you will get a step-by-step guide on how to clear the cache in the Mozilla Firefox Browser.

Reasons to Clear the Cache in Your Browser.

First, clearing the cache can free up significant space for your browser (in this case, Mozilla Firefox). In other words, you can take advantage of the power of your computer with a few small changes.

You can view very easily the most recent pages on the internet if the cache is updated. All information available online is taken from the updated page.

 

Clear Cache in Firefox

 How do you manually clear the cache in Mozilla Firefox?

 Step No.1: First touch the button with three horizontal lines.

Step No.2: Now scroll down a little bit and click on Settings.

Step No.3: On the left hand side, you will see Privacy & Security. Tap on it.

Step No.4: Now scroll down a little bit. You will see the Clear Data from Cookies and Site Data part. Tap on it.

Step No.5: Now tap on the blue tick mark to uncheck the cookies and site data.

Step No.6: Cached web content is now verified. Click on Clear.

Closing the settings page saves your changes.

Another thing is that it can keep your device safe. This will help protect your privacy from potential hackers and spies. It can also fix some errors that occur in your browser.

 

 How do you automatically clear the cache in Mozilla Firefox?

In addition to the manual process, the browser can also do the same automatically.

Step No.1: To do this, press the same menu button mentioned earlier, that is, three horizontal lines at the top of the right hand side.

Step No.2: Scroll down a little bit and go to "Settings" and select "Privacy & Security", which can be seen on the left hand side.

Step No.3: down a little bit and go to the history part.

Step No.4: You can see custom settings for history in the drop-down menu. Click on it.

Step No.5: Check the "Clear history when Firefox closes" box.

Step No.6: Clicking on "Settings" now allows access to history deletion settings.

Step No.7: Check the box next to Cache. Deselect items you don't want to select.

Step No.8: Click on ok when everything is already modified and done.