When I go into the "privacy and security" settings for chrome, an option for cleaning comes up - "cached images and files" - does anyone know what that includes? Is this an option that could result in deletion of too much stuff? I am always hesitant to do this part of the clean up for that reason. It is 300 MB. Thanks.
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The thread discusses whether to delete cached images and files in Chrome's privacy settings, with users generally advising that deleting the cache isn't critical if storage isn't an issue. One contributor explains that clearing cache will mainly cause Chrome to re-download content but won't significantly harm performance, and another mentions that cleaning Chrome cache is quick and manageable. Overall, the consensus leans toward leaving the cache alone unless space concerns arise, with additional commentary on the reliability of third-party tools like CCleaner and opinions on its security.
The thread discusses whether to delete cached images and files in Chrome's privacy settings, with users generally advising that deleting the cache isn't critical if storage isn't an issue. One contributor explains that clearing cache will mainly cause Chrome to re-download content but won't significantly harm performance, and another mentions that cleaning Chrome cache is quick and manageable. Overall, the consensus leans toward leaving the cache alone unless space concerns arise, with additional commentary on the reliability of third-party tools like CCleaner and opinions on its security.
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I would say if you're not hurting for space don't bother, but it would likely clear out this cache
C:\Users\<username>\Appdata\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Cache
After looking through the data in a hex editor the data_# files are databases that point to each f_###### file. Worst case the next time you visit one of those sites Chrome will just have to re-download the content.
C:\Users\<username>\Appdata\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Cache
After looking through the data in a hex editor the data_# files are databases that point to each f_###### file. Worst case the next time you visit one of those sites Chrome will just have to re-download the content.
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CCleaner is now basically adware as it will spam you. Like I stated in my previous reply if you don't have space issues there isn't really a need to clean up the disk. Storage Sense should handle most of the common locations that have been problematic in the past. Cleaning Chrome is fairly pointless as it will re-cache content pretty quickly unless you run Chrome in non-caching mode.
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I've used it for 15 years now.....never heard of it being hacked. I've heard it was bought out by Avast. They've added their touch to it.....some bloatware. It still does what I need it to do.
How? I've not seen any popups or adverts or emails of any kind.
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I stopped using it long before the popups started. They may have changed that; however, Avast has been in the business of collecting and selling user data. They were recently caught for just that so spam is very likely although none directly linked to their data sale practices.
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