How to Clear Cookies From Your Computer

Cookies are small files saved to your computer when surfing the Internet.

When surfing the Web, each website you visit stores a cookie on your computer. These cookies save your log-in information and preferences for these websites to make your next visit to the site easier. However, these cookies also take up space and can affect the performance of your computer. Therefore, it is important to routinely clear your cookies for optimal performance.

Things You'll Need

• Computer
• Internet explorer

Instructions

Internet Explorer

1. Click the "Tools" button, represented by a gear icon.

2. Hover your mouse over "Safety" and click "Delete browsing history."

3. Check the box next to "Cookies" and click the "Delete" button.

Firefox

1. Click the "Firefox" button.

2. Hover your mouse over "History" and click "Clear Recent History."

3. Click the down arrow to open the "Time range to clear" menu. Select "Everything."

4. Check the box next to "Cookies" and click "Clear Now."

Tips & Warnings

• Clear cookies at least once a week. It can be done as often as desired.

References

• Microsoft Windows: How to Manage Cookies in Internet Explorer 9
• Mozilla Firefox Help: Deleting Cookies