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When you use a browser, like Chrome, it saves some information from websites in its cache and cookies. Clearing them fixes certain problems, like loading or formatting issues on sites. Learn how to change more cookie settings in Chrome. If you use Firefox or another browser, check its support site for instructions. After you clear cache and cookies:
If you’re concerned about privacy, you may want to clear history, cache, and cookies from the Internet browser app on your Samsung Galaxy Tab 4. Doing so will disable somebody’s ability to snoop in on what web pages you’ve been looking at in the unfortunate event that somebody accesses your tablet without you knowing.
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The debate over whether you should delete cookies and cache continues, with plenty of opposing opinions found all over the web. Our own Gary Sims has a complete guide on the matter to help you understand, but the short answer is that while cookies and cache are suitable for keeping your phone speedy, these can also become corrupted and cause issues. It’s good to give your devices a clean start from time to time. That’s why today we’ll show you how to clear data and the cache on Samsung gadgets. More: 10 ways to make your new Samsung Galaxy S22 better How to clear app cache and data on a Samsung phone or tabletRyan Haines / Android Authority Clearing the app cache and data on Samsung devices is almost as easy as on other Android handsets, but the steps are slightly different with Samsung’s One UI. Let’s take you through the process.
How to delete browsing history, cookies, and cache in the Samsung Internet appMitja Rutnik / Android Authority Clearing the app cache and data is one thing, but now you have to start cleaning up other areas of your Samsung device. Let’s move on to the Samsung Internet app, which you’re likely using to browse the web. You can take care of the history, cookies, and cache simultaneously.
Note: These steps were put together using the Samsung Internet app (version 17.0.7.34). Keep in mind that steps might be different if you’re running another app version. If you use Chrome: How to delete cookies and clear cache on Chrome How to clear app cache on a Samsung Smart TVDo you have a Samsung Smart TV? These usually come with less performance than smartphones and tablets, so it makes sense you’ll want to clear some space and give your television a fresh start from time to time. Here’s how to do it.
Also read: The best Samsung Smart TV apps How to clear cookies and browsing history on a Samsung Smart TVAs crazy as it seems, Samsung Smart TVs have a browser; data can also build up if you use it extensively. Let’s clean things up.
Related: How to delete apps and save space on Samsung devices FAQsShould I clear the cache and other data? As mentioned above, cache, cookies, and other stored data can help improve and speed up your experience. This is because this data usually gets stored locally, so it doesn’t have to be loaded every time you browse for it online. That said, all data can become corrupted. Additionally, you can collect too much data, depending on your habits. It’s good to give your handset a clean start from time to time. How often should I clear the cache, cookies, and other temporary data? There is no straight answer to this question, but clearing data and cache on Samsung devices about once a month is a good idea. What can I do if clearing the data and cache doesn't help? Sometimes devices can’t seem to speed up, no matter what you do. If you find yourself in this situation, you might want to consider a complete wipe (factory data reset). This gets your phone back to stock settings and cleans your whole storage. If this doesn’t work, maybe it’s time for a new device, or you could look into our post about common things that slow your phone down. SamsungSamsung Galaxy S22 |