How to Clear Cache on Android: App & System Cache Guide

Clearing App Cache Manually

• ⚙️ To clear the cache for a specific app, first launch your device's Settings.
• ➡️ Navigate to the Apps category and select the app you wish to manage.
• 💾 Within the app's settings, find and tap on the Storage & Cache option.
• 🗑️ Press the Clear Cache button to remove the selected app's cache.

Wiping System Cache Partition (Recovery Mode)

• ⚠️ This method may not work on devices running Android 14 or newer.
• 🔌 Power off your Android device completely.
• 🚀 To enter recovery mode, simultaneously press and hold specific button combinations (e.g., Volume Down + Power on a Google Pixel) until the device vibrates or shows a specific screen. Research the correct combination for your device.
• ⬆️ Use the volume buttons to navigate the menu and select Recovery Mode, then press the power button to confirm.
• ⚠️ If a "No command" prompt appears, simultaneously press Volume Up + Power to access the recovery menu.
• 📊 Select the Wipe Cache Partition option using the volume buttons and confirm with the power button.

Cache Management in Newer Android Versions

• 🤖 For devices running Android 14 and above, the system automatically manages cache.
• ✨ The system periodically cleans the cache, so manual intervention is generally not required.
• 💡 If you experience storage issues or app performance problems on newer devices, use the manual app cache clearing method described earlier.

Exiting Recovery Mode

• 🔄 To exit recovery mode, select the Reboot to System Now option.
• ✅ Press the power button to confirm the reboot and return to your normal Android interface.