Over time, Safari on your iPhone 13 saves website data like browsing history, cookies, and cached files to help websites load faster. While useful, this saved data can sometimes get corrupted and cause loading issues or security concerns — especially if you’re having problems with sites not loading properly or want to protect your privacy.
Here’s how to completely delete Safari history and website data on your iPhone 13.
Before You Begin
Keep in mind:
- This will log you out of websites.
- Saved usernames and passwords will be cleared (unless stored in iCloud Keychain).
- Browsing speed may slow down temporarily as Safari re-caches site content.
Step-by-Step: Delete Safari Website Data on iPhone 13
1. Open Settings
- From your Home screen, tap the Settings icon.
2. Scroll Down and Tap Safari
- This opens the Safari settings menu, where you can manage history, autofill, privacy settings, and more.
3. Scroll Down and Tap Advanced
- Located near the bottom of the Safari settings page.
4. Tap Website Data
- It may take a few seconds to load, depending on how much cached data your browser has.
- You’ll see a list of websites and the amount of storage used by each.
5. Tap “Remove All Website Data”
- This option is at the bottom of the screen.
6. Confirm by Tapping “Remove Now”
- A pop-up will appear asking for confirmation. Tap Remove Now to proceed.
Safari will now clear cookies, cached images, saved website data, and form logins.
What Happens After Clearing Website Data?
- Websites you visit may take slightly longer to load initially.
- You’ll need to log back into sites (unless you’re using iCloud Keychain).
- If any sites were misbehaving, they should now load normally.