3 Ways to Clear Cache on Roku

Cleaning the Cache data from your device can be very simple. You would first need to pair it with your Roku remote. Once paired there are some simple manual steps you can apply that will lead to your Roku restarting and successfully of clearing all cache data.

Many users love Roku not just for its easy-to-use approach but also for its wide and varied range of content to choose from. Offering all forms of channels, from cable and Network TV content to music and latest movies and TV shows. With Roku, you can find and add almost any channel and enjoy it for the comfort of your home.

Sometimes, however, you may experience your Roku slowing down. It may take longer to execute commands. Channels may take longer to install or open up. The streaming experience may also be slow or have glitches, with the very poor video quality. These are some of the lagging issues that could be because of various reasons.

One plausible cause would be that you have added more channels on your Roku than your internal memory capacity. This could lead to an overflow of cache data, that is kept by every channel and application, to help them run smoothly. While the cache data is not stored directly on Roku, they can, however, still be deleted to improve your Roku’s performance as well as the performance of the applications inside it.

But before you can delve into how to clear the cache on Roku, it may help to first understand what Cache data is as well as its role.

What is Cache Data?

A cache is simply a reserved storage location on your device that collects temporary information for the improved future functioning of the device. Normally the device itself does not store cache data, rather it’s the applications found within the device. In this case, for example, it isn’t Roku that collects cache and stores it rather each of the channels and applications operating through it.

As you use an application, it normally collects certain information from you like your location, user preferences, downloaded images, videos, and audio tracks as well as frequented places on the application. The information collected may vary from one application to the other.

This information helps improve the service of the application as well as save you the trouble of downloading the content again after doing so once. Additionally, the cache can be used to customize the application according to your preferences.

In Roku’s case, cache generated by each channel, help offer features like offline mode as well as favorite lists. In some channels or applications, the cache could help the channels make recommendations on what content to watch or listen to, based on the previous selections. You are also able to rewind content or resume easily while streaming since the content is already loaded on the cache.

Why is Cache Data Important?

The cache is important as it generally improves the functioning of the various applications or channels on Roku, as well as the user experience. Because of the information saved on it, Roku can work faster. This is in terms of retrieving previous content. Since it’s loaded on the cache, Roku doesn’t have to keep retrieving it from the internet.

Through the cache, certain features such as watching or listening to content offline are enabled. You can also pause, resume and rewind content from where you left off more easily because of the stored data on the cache.

Why Delete Cache?

Given the type and amount of information stored in the cache, it may end up taking a lot of storage space, limiting the free space on your Roku. This may cause Roku to slow down leading to the lagging issues you may experience.

The cache data is directly linked to the performance of your device. So, having outdated or corrupted data in the cache data might limit the functioning of your Roku. For this reason, it is important to delete cache data as part of your regular device maintenance. This would not only improve the function of your Roku as well as the channels within it, but it will also free up more space for the cache data. This way, the cache data can resume storing updated, useful information.

Clearing Cache Data on Roku.

Clearing Cache could fix many problems you may experience on Roku. Now that you understand what cache data is, you can understand why it needs to be deleted and how to do it. You can clear the entire cache data from Roku or the cache data of a single application if it’s the only faulty one. Here is a summary of the various methods:

Conclusion

Now that you know what cache is and how to clear it on your Roku device, you can enjoy the benefits cache has to offer without suffering the consequences. In case of any queries contact Roku support for guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1.    Does clearing cache delete important information?

No. Most files found in the Cache are non-essential in the long run and considered junk files, so there won’t be important information lost.

2.    Is clearing cache harmful to my Roku device?

No. Clearing Cache regularly actually helps clean your device so it keeps functioning well.