How do I clear my cache?

Windows

Internet Explorer 6

1. In the Tools menu, select Internet Options.
2. In the General tab, under Temporary Internet files, select Delete Files.
3. Click OK.

Internet Explorer 7

1. In the Tools menu, select Internet Options... .
2. In the General tab, under Browsing history, click Delete... .
3. The Delete Browsing History menu will appear. Go to Temporary Internet Files and click Delete files... .
4. Click Yes when prompted.
5. Click Close then click OK.

Internet Explorer 8

1. Go to Tools and from the Safety menu, click Delete Browsing History...
2. Check Temporary Internet files and History.
3. Click Delete.

In some cases you may need to open a new window and choose a private session before attempting the above.

Firefox

1. In the Tools menu, select Clear Private Data
2. Ensure the box next to Cache is ticked then click Clear Private Data Now.

Apple Macintosh

Safari

1. In the Safari menu, select Empty Cache... .
2. Click Empty when prompted.

Firefox

1. In the Firefox menu, go to Tools and select Clear Private Data.
2. Ensure the box next to Cache is ticked then click Clear Private Data Now

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