What happens if I clear site storage on Chrome?

What happens when you clear site storage in Chrome?

Download history: The list of files you've downloaded using Chrome is cleared, but the actual files aren't removed from your computer. Passwords: Records of passwords you saved are deleted. Autofill form data: Your Autofill entries are deleted, including addresses and credit cards.

What does Clear site data do?

The Clear-Site-Data header clears browsing data (cookies, storage, cache) associated with the requesting website. It allows web developers to have more control over the data stored by a client browser for their origins.

Is it OK to clear data on Chrome?

Often, deleting browsing data—such as cached images and files—help fix persistent issues in websites. Removing data types such as cookies can also improve privacy. Let's take a deep dive, figure out what your Chrome browsing data consists of, and then check out what happens once you've cleared them.

What happens when you clear site cookies?

When you delete cookies from your computer, you erase information saved in your browser, including your account passwords, website preferences, and settings. Deleting your cookies can be helpful if you share your computer or device with other people and don't want them to see your browsing history.