This quick tutorial will show you how to clear your browser's cookies and cache. Browser cache is generally used to load stored images quicker the next time you visit the same site.
Browser cookies, on the other hand, are text strings that hold user preference information, such as when you log in to your web e-mail account or add items to your shopping cart. Some cookies can be somewhat of a privacy concern for users, therefore, it's a good idea to clear them every so often. However, if you set your browser to reject all cookies, it will cause some websites not to function properly.
Clearing your browser cookies and cache is also an important step if you've fixed a hacked WordPress site. Without clearing them, you're site may still not look right.
Clearing cookies and cache in Opera 9
Go to "Tools" at the top of your browser
Select "Delete private data"
Click on "Details"
Check the boxes next to "Delete all cookies" and "Delete entire cache"
Click "Delete"
Clearing cookies and cache in Internet Explorer 7
Go to "Tools" at the top of your browser
Select "Delete Browsing History"
Click on "Delete files" next to Temporary Internet Files
Click on "Delete cookies" next to Cookies
Click "Close" and "OK"
Clearing cookies and cache in Internet Explorer 8
Select "Delete browsing history" from the "Safety" menu
Only check the following boxes: Temporary Internet files, Cookies, and History
Click the "Delete" button
Close the menu and resume browsing
Clearing cookies and cache in Firefox 3.6
Go to "Tools" at the top of your browser
Select "Clear recent history"
Only check the following boxes: Cookies and Cache
Then select "Clear Now"
