How do I clear my Java cache?

Question

How do I clear my Java cache?

Solution

• Windows
• macOS

Clearing your Java cache: Windows

1. Open the Java Control Panel.
   • Start > Control Panel > enter Java in the Search Control Panel box > and select the Java icon when it comes up.
2. Select the Settings... button under the title Temporary Internet Files:
   
3. Select the Delete Files... button.
4. Make sure all three boxes are checked and Select OK.
5. Select the OK button to clear the cache.
6. Select OK again to close the Java Control Panel.
   

Clearing your Java cache: macOS

The following directions apply to Oracle Java 7 and newer, which is supported by macOS.

1. Select the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen.
2. Select System Preferences.
3. In the bottom row, Select the Java icon; the Java Control Panel will open in a separate window.
4. On the General tab, in the Temporary Internet Files section, select Settings...
5. Select the Delete Files... button.
6. Select the check box for Installed Applications and Applets.
7. Select the OK button; this clears the cache.
8. Select the OK button twice to close windows.
9. Close the System Preferences window.