You can delete cookies on Windows 10 through your web browser settings. Here's how to do it using the instructions, specifically referencing Microsoft Edge:
Deleting Cookies in Microsoft Edge
To clear your cookies and other site data in Microsoft Edge on Windows 10, follow these steps:
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Open Settings:
- Click the Tools menu represented by three horizontal dots in the upper-right corner of the browser window.
- Select Settings from the menu that appears.
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Navigate to Privacy:
- In the settings menu, click on Privacy, search, and services, which can be found on the left-side navigation menu.
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Access Clear Browsing Data:
- Look for the section labeled Clear browsing data.
- Click on the Choose what to clear button.
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Select Cookies to Delete:
- A new window will open with several options.
- Check the box next to Cookies and other site data.
- You can also choose to delete Cached images and files if you'd like to clear other browsing data.
- Click the Clear now button to remove the selected items.
Why Clear Cookies?
Clearing cookies can be beneficial for:
- Privacy: Removing cookies can reduce the tracking of your online activity by websites.
- Troubleshooting: Clearing cookies can resolve issues related to website loading or display problems.
- Storage Space: Cookies can take up storage space over time.
It's also worth noting that other browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, and Safari, will have similar steps to remove cookies, often also located in settings under privacy or browsing data.
