[Easily & Quickly] How to Clear Cache in Safari on iPad

In this article, you can learn how to clear cache in Safari on iPad. Besides, it also show you how to clear cache and cookies on iPhone and Mac.

Clara by Clara Updated April 18, 2024
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I want to know how to clear cache in Safari on iPad.I've got an iPad running Safari here, and it's been acting a bit sluggish lately. Heard clearing the cache might help. Anyone know the quick steps to do that? Thanks in advance!

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Should I Clear Safari Cache on iPad?

When you visit a website on your iPad, Safari keeps a snapshot of the page you viewed. If you return to the site, Safari immediately loads the cached page without wasting time retrieving it from the Internet again.

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The cache and cookies help create a smooth browsing experience, however, they will take up storage space and cause your iPad to operate inefficiently as they accumulate. For faster surfing, you'd better learn how to clear cache on Safari iPad.

How Do I Clear iPad Cache and Cookies via Settings?

There we will show you how to clear cookies on iPad Safari. On the Settings app, you can delete history, cookies, and cache all at once. Please note that if you erase cookies, you will be logged out of all accounts signed in on Safari. Below are the steps to clear iPad Safari cache and browsing history:

Step 1. Go to the Settings app > Click Safari.

Step 2. Tap Clear History and Website Data.

Step 3. When the screen pops up, click Clear.

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Delete iPhone/iPad Safari Caches with One-click

After you use the above method to solve how to clear cache in iPad Safari, if you find that you still can’t delete Safari history, here, we provide you with a hassle-free and better way, by using FoneTool.

FoneTool is a professional software, which offers a range of functions for managing your iPhone/iPad. It provides a convenient option to easily delete Safari data on your iPhone/iPad with just one click. 

Besides, it combines more features:

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Download and install FoneTool on your computer, and follow the guide to learn how to clear cache in Safari on iPad/iPhone with one click.

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Step 1. Link your iPhone to your computer with USB > Open FoneTool.

Step 2. Click Toolbox on the left pane > Tap Data Eraser.

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Step 3. On the page, select Erase private data> Tap Get Started.

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Step 3. Select Safari history > If it is needed, tap Enable Deep Erase Technology for permanent erase > Click Start Erase to start.

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FoneTool supports you to erase all types of data, just check the icon you wish to delete. For example, if you want to learn how to permanently delete Messages, select the Messages and follow the guide.

FAQs on How to Clear Cache in Safari (iPhone/Mac)

After knowing how to clear cache on iPad Safari, you may also be interested in below:

1. On iPhone: How to Clear Safari Cache via Settings App

The method to clear Safari cookies on iPhone is similar to the way on iPad. Here’s the guide:

Step 1. Launch the Settings app on the iPhone.

Step 2. Scroll down and choose Safari.

Step 3. Locate and tap Clear History and Website Data.

Step 4. In the pop-up menu, click Clear History and Data.

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2. On iPhone: How to Delete Safari Cache by the Safari App

Also, you can clear the browsing data from a specific period in the Safari app on iPhone. Follow the steps:

Step 1. Open the Safari app, select the Bookmarks icon at the bottom of the page.

Step 2. Switch to the History tab > Click Clear and pick a time duration. (The last hour, Today, Today and yesterday, or All time.)

how to clear cache in safari on ipad

3. On Mac: How to Clear Safari Cache Without Deleting App

If you are a Mac user and want to empty caches and temporary files, follow the steps below to do it:

Step 1. On the screen, click on the Safari tab at the top left > Choose Preferences on the dropdown menu.

how to clear cache in safari on ipad

Step 2. On the Preferences page, tap the Advanced > Select the Show Develop menu in menu bar box.

how to clear cache in safari on ipad

Step 3. At the top of the screen, tap the Develop tab from the Safari menu > Click Empty Caches.

how to clear cache in safari on ipad

After that, your Safari caches and temporary files have been cleared.

Conclusions

That’s all about how to clear cache in Safari on iPad. You can directly clear the history and data via the Settings app. If this method doesn’t help you solve this issue, or you prefer to use a one-click way, let FoneTool help you.

Also, if you want need to empty cookies on iPhone/Mac, follow the detailed steps, you can complete the process.

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