However, at times, Chrome users cannot delete their web browsing history, data, cache & cookies. In this article, we will walk you through specific settings that will help you delete browsing history on Chrome. We will begin this guide by mentioning the usual methods. At the end of the article, we will talk about much more advanced methods that will surely help you delete the Chrome history.
Cannot clear Browsing History in Chrome
To clear your browsing history in Chrome on Windows 10, follow these steps: I recommend selecting Browsing History, Download history, Cookies, and other site and plugin data, cached images and files for All time.
Google Chrome unable to delete browsing history
Some users have reported that the clearing process enters an endless loop. Google Developers have admitted that there is an issue and have discussed the same. Google has blamed an issue in SessionStorage.
You can follow the below workarounds and see if that helps.
1] Clear Chrome cache using tool
CCleaner or any other junk cleanup tool is perfectly capable of clearing Chrome’s cache, history, password, and other data. You should be fine using cleanup tools.
2] Clear Chrome cache folder via Explorer
You can try clearing the cache by using File Explorer. Open the following file paths: In the address above swap “YOURUSERNAME” with your profile name and search for a file called Cookies and delete the contents.
3] Clear Google Data via MyActivity Page
Additionally, You can also use Google’s My Activity page to clear the data. Hope this helped.
