On Android, the steps differ slightly depending on the type of phone and web browser app you're using, so below we'll go over how to clear this data for Google Chrome browser (often the default for many Android phones like the Google Pixel line), Samsung's Internet browser (often the default on the Galaxy phone series) and Mozilla's Firefox browser. It doesn't hurt to occasionally clear this data out in order to keep your web browser lean, running efficiently and, ideally, storing as few tracking cookies as possible. (I've been seeing ads for eyeglasses after visiting a few online stores to compare prices and styles, as well as for TV shows related to my YouTube searches.) This information makes up your cookies and cache, and it helps your phone speedily log in to your accounts and load frequently visited sites.īut this data eventually builds up, taking up space on your phone while also probably including cookies that are tracking your browsing history with the intention of serving personalized advertising. (Yes, that includes the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Google Pixel 6.) Whether your phone uses Google Chrome, Firefox or Samsung Internet, your browser collects and stores data every time you surf the web. It's a good idea to get into the habit of occasionally clearing out that data no matter which Android smartphone you use. Clearing your Android phone browser's cookies and cache may sound complicated, but it's actually easier than you might think.
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