This tutorial is going to show you How to Clear Cache on Firestick & Fire TV. You’ll see how easy it is to enjoy smoother playback on your device. This process only takes a minute.
It can be accomplished in three simple steps, and we’ve got screenshots below. Clearing the Cache on your Firestick is a great way to make your device work better. It can boost your streaming experience, too.
You can easily clear the cache for any Firestick App you’ve installed. This includes apps that have been sideloaded.
Sideloaded Apps are the ones you won’t find in the Amazon App Store. They give you tons of free content, including Movies, TV Shows, and more. There’s even Live Streaming!
Sideload Apps & Unlock Your Firestick Device
We’re using a Fire TV Stick 4K Max in this example.
But don’t worry, it will work for any Firestick. That includes the Firestick Lite and the Fire TV Cube.
In the guide below, we’re going to clear the cache on the Firestick. We’ll do this by clearing some Streaming Apps.
This is like resetting the app. It’ll remove junk files and history for the app. You can’t actually clear the cache on the Firestick itself .
However, the best way to refresh the device is by restarting it. There’s a guide below that’ll show you how.
If you’re still running into slow speeds and problems, we suggest doing a factory reset. This wipes your device clean and returns it to its initial state.
How to Clear Cache on Firestick/Fire TV
In this guide, we’ll clear the cache on a Firestick. We’ll use the Downloader Application as an example.
Downloader is something millions of cord-cutters use. It’s used to install apps and APKs you can’t get from the Amazon App Store.
1. Start from your device’s home screen. Hover over Settings and select Applications.
2. Click Manage Installed Applications.
3. Look for the app you want to clear the cache for. Select it when you find it.
4. Scroll down and click clear cache.
5. You can also select clear data to fully reset your app. This refreshes the app you prefer.
6. Just click clear data once more.
