If I delete the cache and data from an app, what am I deleting exactly?

Hey, great question!

Clearing an app’s cache removes temporary files like images or saved data that help it run faster. It’s like clearing your browser history—it frees up space and fixes glitches without touching your accounts or settings.

Clearing data, on the other hand, resets the app completely—your accounts, preferences, and settings are wiped out. It’s useful if the app is buggy, but you’ll need to log back in and set it up again afterward.

Hope that helps!

Hi Jeffrey,

I'm Sumit, here to answer your query at the Microsoft Community.

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To summarize in short and crisp words here is the answer:

1. **Cache**: The cache improves an app's responsiveness by storing frequently accessed data, similar to how a web browser cache works. This allows tasks to be completed more quickly. For instance, certain databases might be saved in the cache, enabling faster access to information on subsequent uses.
2. **Data**: Clearing the data will remove your preferences and any saved logins associated with the app. Additionally, if the app has stored any files or specific data, this information will also be deleted. However, files saved outside of the app's directory (which is typically not accessible to users) will remain intact.

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