Clear Cache in Safari Keyboard Shortcut

Updated at: May 20, 2024

Unlike most other web browsers, Safari doesn't have a shortcut key combination to open the "Manage Website Data" screen - it's necessary to use the mouse to navigate to it. This isn't hard to do and we have a guide to help you clear cache, cookies, and browsing data in Safari.

However Safari does offer the ability to instantly Clear the Cache of temporary browsing files with a keyboard shortcut. It doesn't give you any control over what gets deleted - it just deletes it all in one hit. If you find yourself regularly needing to quickly clear the cache, then this might be helpful for you.

First, enable the "Develop" menu in Safari

Before you can access the keyboard shortcut, you need to enable the Develop menu in Safari. The "Develop" menu gives you access to special "Developer" controls in Safari. It makes it easy to access some settings that web developers often need quick access to - one of these is a shortcut that lets you clear the cache in Safari.

Use the "Empty Caches" shortcut to clear the Cache in Safari

Once you enable the Develop menu in Safari, you will be able to use this shortcut to instantly clear your browser cache in Safari.

Press these three keys on your keyboard at the same time and Safari will clear it's cache.