How to Delete the Cache in YouTube: Desktop & Mobile App

When it comes to optimizing your online experience, managing cache is often overlooked. But clearing cache can be a game-changer, especially when dealing with YouTube. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the steps to delete the cache in YouTube on both desktop and mobile apps. Whether you're a casual viewer or a content creator, this knowledge is essential for a smoother and more efficient YouTube journey.

How to Clear YouTube Cache on Desktop

1. Open Google Chrome.

2. Click on the three dots icon in the top right corner of the browser window.

3. Select More Tools > Clear browsing data.

4. Under the Basic tab, select the following options:

• Browsing history

• Cookies and other site data

• Cached images and files

5. In the Time range to clear drop-down menu, select All time.

6. Click on the Clear data button.

How to Clear YouTube Cache on Mobile

• Android

1. Open the Settings app on your phone.

2. Tap on Apps or Apps and notifications.

3. Find the YouTube app and tap on it.

4. Tap on Storage and cache.

5. Tap on Clear cache.

• iPhone

1. Open the Settings app on your phone.

2. Tap on General > iPhone storage.

3. Find the YouTube app and tap on it.

4. Tap on Offload app. This will delete the app's data, including the cache.

5. To reinstall the app, tap on Reinstall app.

Why Should You Clear the Cache in YouTube?

There are a few reasons why you might want to clear the cache in YouTube:

• To free up storage space on your device.

• To fix problems with the YouTube app, such as videos not loading or playing smoothly.

• To improve the performance of the YouTube app.

• To prevent the YouTube app from storing outdated data.

Is It Safe to Clear the Cache in YouTube?

Yes, it is safe to clear the cache in YouTube. Clearing the cache will not delete any of your videos, playlists, or other data. However, it will clear any temporary files that the YouTube app has stored, such as thumbnails and video previews. This may cause the YouTube app to load videos a bit slower the first time you watch them after clearing the cache.

Here are some additional tips for clearing the cache in YouTube:

• If you are clearing the cache on a desktop computer, you can also clear the cookies for the YouTube website. This will clear all of your saved login information and preferences.

• If you are clearing the cache on a mobile device, you can also uninstall and reinstall the YouTube app. This will delete all of the app's data, including the cache.

• If you are having problems with the YouTube app after clearing the cache, you can try restarting your device.

I hope this helps!