Facebook has a cache on the iPhone, as do many other apps.

Cached data can include images, videos, profile pictures, news feed posts, and other information.

Over time, however, the cache can accumulate a significant amount of data.

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Then it can take up a lot of space on your iPhone or give you performance problems altogether.

This will help free up memory space and potentially resolve any cached data issues.

If you use Facebook on your iPad, it’s possible for you to also clear your cache.

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You will follow the steps described above, as the Facebook app functions similarly on both devices.

What to do to scrub the Facebook cache by deleting and reinstalling Facebook?

If you uninstall and reinstall a Facebook app, you are essentially deleting all cached data associated with it.

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This includes temporary files, images, videos, and other downloaded content.

confirm you remember your Facebook login information before continuing.

Server-side data, such as Facebook account information, messages, and friend lists, remain unaffected.

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Why is it important to reset the Facebook cache on iPhone?

Clearing the cache helps reclaim storage and prevent your rig from running out of space.

As the cache size increases, the performance of the Facebook app may be affected.

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Clearing the cache removes outdated or corrupted cache files, improving app performance.

If you notice that new posts or images take a long time to load.

Clearing the cache will help speed up the loading process and make the app more responsive.

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Clearing the cache can solve problems that can cause conflicts in the app.

This could be due to corrupted cache files.