Step-by-step guide: how to clear browser cookies on all major browsers

Regularly clearing your browser cache and cookies is essential for maintaining privacy, improving performance, and freeing up storage space. Below, we show you how to delete cookies from your browser across the five most popular browsers.

Google Chrome: delete cookies and cache in seconds

1. Open Chrome on your computer.
2. In the top right corner, click the menu icon (three vertical lines).
3. Select More tools and then Clear browsing data.
4. In the window that appears, choose the time range. To delete all history, select All time.
5. Make sure to check the boxes next to Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files.
6. Click the Clear data button.

This process will delete all stored information, allowing you to browse more privately.

Firefox: clear cookies and browsing data

1. On your computer, open Firefox.
2. Access the menu panel and select Options.
3. Navigate to the Privacy & Security tab.
4. In the Cookies and Site Data section, click the Clear Data button.
5. Verify that Cookies and Site Data and Cached Web Content are selected.
6. Confirm by clicking Clear.

Firefox also allows you to set up automatic clearing when closing the browser.

Brave: delete cookies in a few steps

1. Open the Brave browser on your computer.
2. In the top right corner, click the menu icon (three lines).
3. Select More tools → Clear browsing data.
4. Choose the time range. To delete from the beginning, select Always.
5. Check both options: Cookies and Cached images and files.
6. Click Clear data to complete the process.

Microsoft Edge Chromium: how to delete browser cookies

1. Open Edge on your computer.
2. Click Settings and more in the top right corner, or press ALT+F.
3. Access Settings from the menu.
4. In the left panel, select Privacy, search, and services.
5. Under Clear browsing data, click Choose what to clear.
6. In the time range, select All time.
7. Ensure Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files are checked.
8. Click Clear now.

Safari: reset and delete stored data

1. On your computer, open Safari.
2. Click the Safari menu in the top bar.
3. Select Reset Safari.
4. Choose the items you want to delete (cookies, cache, history).
5. Confirm by clicking Reset.

Why is it important to delete browser cookies

Regularly clearing cookies improves your privacy by removing tracking data, speeds up browsing by freeing space, and resolves page loading issues. It is recommended to do this at least once a month, or more frequently if you use public networks.

Now you know how to delete cookies from your browser on any platform. Choose the method that matches your browser and enjoy a cleaner, safer browsing experience.