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Wondering about how to clear cache on update ArchivesiPhone? As we run several apps and navigate browsers like Safari and Chrome, we collect a lot of useless clutter along the way that fills up our phone's cache.

What, exactly, is a cache? For the uninitiated, it's a reserve for your iPhone that saves temporary data. On the plus side, it helps websites load more rapidly. However, it does have its downsides. For example, it can take up a lot of storage that can be used for more pertinent files.

Itching to free up more face? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to clear cache on your iPhone

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How to clear cache on iPhone: Clear Safari cache

If you're experiencing any issues with performance or unexpected behavior on a website, clearing your Safari cache may solve the problem. Below, we've got instructions on how to do just that.

1. Go to 'Settings'

Arrow pointing to settings app on iOSSettings is depicted as a squircle gear icon. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

2. Scroll down and hit 'Safari'

Red arrow pointing to SafariCredit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

3. Tap on 'Clear History and Website Data'

Red arrow pointing to 'Clear History and Website Data'Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

How to clear cache on iPhone: Clear app cache

If you want to look into clearing your app cache instead, here's how to do it.

1. Open 'Settings'

Red arrow pointing to 'Settings'Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

2. Tap on 'General'

Arrow pointing to 'General' in iOSCredit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

3. Tap on 'iPhone Storage'

Arrow pointing to 'iPhone Storage' in iOSCredit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

Look through any apps that you feel can use a cache cleaning.

4. Tap on desired app and hit 'Offload App'

Arrow pointing to 'Offload app'Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

With these cache-cleaning tips, you should free up some space on your iPhone and benefit from better performance, whether you're surfing the web or navigating iOS.

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