If you’re an Android user, you might already know how important it is to clear app cache and data. Smartphones, tablets, PCs, and other devices accumulate a lot of data over time. Most of this accumulation comes from apps. Using apps regularly stores a lot of cache and files, including large files. You won’t notice it until the storage is almost full.
It is a smart practice to clear app cache and watch out for unnecessary files. However, it is almost impossible for users who don’t have ample time for all this.
For people who own a Windows 11 based PC or laptop and wish to delete the data of a particular app, then this guide is ideal. In this guide, you will get to know how to clear app cache and app data on your Windows PC.
Steps to clear app cache and app data on your Windows 11 PC
Many people wonder if it is possible to clear app cache on Windows 11. The answer is both yes and no. It is possible to clear app cache but it’ll also delete app data. If you’re looking for a way to clear only the app cache and not the data, it isn’t possible. If you want to delete app data on Windows 11 PC, then it is possible.
- On your PC, you should open the Settings application from Start Menu
- Click on the Apps page on the Side Menu
- You’ll get a list of app settings, you need to click on the one at the top that says “Installed Apps, which shows every app available on your Windows PC
- You can look for the app that you want to delete the data from or search for the app
- Click on the three dots available and from the options, choose “Advanced Options”
- It’ll take you to the App info page where you will see permissions, app version, and data usage
- Scroll down and look for the “Reset” section
- After that, click on the “Reset” button and it’ll give you the warning “This will permanently delete the app’s data on this device, including your preferences and sign-in details”
- Then, click on the Reset button once more to confirm
- Wait patiently until the app data is deleted
- You will get the Right icon once it is done
