How to Clear Your Website and Browser Cache

Understanding Caching Layers #

To maximize performance, modern websites use multiple layers of caching:

1. Browser Cache: Your local computer stores static files (images, CSS) to speed up repeat visits.

2. Application Cache: Caching plugins (WordPress, Joomla) store optimized HTML output.

3. Server Cache: Server-side caching mechanisms (e.g., LiteSpeed Cache) for faster delivery.

Step 1: Clearing Your Application Cache (CMS Users) #

• WordPress Users: If you use a caching plugin (LiteSpeed, WP Rocket, etc.), log into your WordPress admin dashboard and use the plugin’s designated “Clear All Cache” or “Purge All” button.

• Other CMS: Consult your CMS documentation for purging system or third-party cache files.

Step 2: Clearing Your Browser Cache #

This ensures your computer is requesting the latest version from the server.

• Hard Refresh (Quick Fix): Press Ctrl + F5 (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + Shift + R (Mac).

• Full Clear: Go to your browser’s history settings and clear “Cached Images and files.”

Step 3: Server-Side Cache (If Applicable) #

If you suspect server-level caching is the issue, contact CyberWAF support. Our team can help purge the necessary server cache layers to resolve persistence issues.