When you have an issue with Quik!, one of the most common troubleshooting suggestions is to clear your cache and cookies. While this may sound like the web equivalent of “try turning it on and off again,” clearing out your cache and cookies is not only a key troubleshooting step, but in many cases, it will solve the problem altogether.
But what is your cache, and why should you clear it?
Browsers use cookies (files containing user data) placed in your computer’s cache (temporary data storage space) to store website information on your computer, so web pages and components can load quickly. Our customer service team uses this ability as well to deliver the best possible performance.
If you follow the Quik! Status Updates page, you can see that we are always fixing, improving, and adding features to the Quik! App. Because of this constant progress, your cache and cookies can become outdated quickly, which may cause issues and unwanted behavior when your browser tries to use older versions.
Browser Guides
Browsers are constantly updating themselves, so to ensure you’re getting the latest information, use the following links to view the current browser-specific methods for clearing your cache and cookies:
Using Extensions
While the methods described in the links above are commonly used, adding an extension can make the process quick and easy. The information below can minimize the hassle of clearing your cache and cookies, as it will only update the cookies for the page you have opened at the time. Click the link below to download Chrome's extension.
Chrome: Clear Session
This extension retains your data and login information from every web location where you are signed in. This means you won’t have to sign in again to every website after clearing the cache.
Streamline this extension by setting keyboard shortcuts for actions. To find the extension, go to chrome://extensions/ in Chrome’s address bar to open up the Extensions page. At the very bottom of the page, see the Keyboard Shortcuts option. Add your key combination, and never have to click or deal with a menu again.
Using Developer Tools
Another way to clear your cache and cookies, without going through the browser's often-tedious menus or using a third-party extension, is to use the browser’s built-in developer tools. This process is usually quicker than the browser-recommended process, though often not as fast as using extensions. Use the links below to view the current browser-specific instructions to use the developer tools.