How to Delete All Website Data in Safari on iPhone 12
If Safari on your iPhone 12 has been acting up, one quick way to fix browsing issues is by clearing all website data. This includes cookies, cache, saved logins, and other browsing-related files that may have piled up over time.
Here’s how to wipe everything clean and give Safari a fresh start.
What Is Website Data and Why Clear It?
Safari stores temporary files like images, cookies, and scripts to help websites load faster when you revisit them. But sometimes, old or corrupted data can cause issues like slow performance, login problems, or layout errors. Clearing this data can help resolve those glitches — and it also stops websites from tracking your activity.
Steps to Remove All Website Data in Safari on iPhone 12
Note: This will delete all site cookies and saved login info, so make sure you’ve saved any important passwords before continuing.
- Open Settings
Go to your Home screen and tap the Settings app. - Scroll Down and Tap Safari
This opens all settings related to the Safari browser. - Tap Advanced
Scroll to the very bottom of the Safari settings page and tap Advanced. - Tap Website Data
You’ll see a list of websites that have stored data on your device. - Tap Remove All Website Data
Scroll down and tap this option at the bottom of the screen. - Confirm by Tapping Remove Now
A pop-up will appear — tap Remove Now to confirm.
That’s it. Safari will now delete all stored data including cookies, cached files, and website preferences.
What Happens Next?
- You’ll likely be logged out of websites you previously signed into.
- Some websites may load a bit slower the first time you revisit them.
- You may free up a small amount of storage space.
- Tracking cookies from websites will be removed, offering a small privacy boost.