Owning a modern Xiaomi smartphone involves active use of the Internet, and over time, a significant amount of digital debris accumulates in the device’s memory. This not only takes up a precious place, but can jeopardize your personal privacy by opening access to visited sites to unauthorized persons.
In this article, we will take a look at all the available methods for removing digital traces, learn how to manage history in the standard Mi Browser, which is pre-installed on most devices, as well as in the popular Google Chrome, and discuss the technical aspects of cache and cookies, explaining the difference between them in simple words.
Following the following guidelines will not only free your memory, but also protect your accounts from unauthorized access through stored session data.The cleanup process does not require Root rights and takes only a few minutes of your time, regardless of the version of the MIUI shell or HyperOS.
Why you need regular cleaning of history and cache
The accumulation of data about visited pages has a dual function: on the one hand, it speeds up the loading of frequently visited resources, since the browser stores static elements of pages in local memory. On the other hand, a crowded cache can lead to incorrect display of sites when the device tries to load an outdated version of the page instead of the current one.
In addition, your browsing history and stored cookies contain information about your preferences, search queries and even authorization data, and in the event of a phone loss or transfer to another user, this data can be used to restore access to your social networks or mailboxes without entering a password.
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Use incognito mode to visit sites that shouldn’t be history-free, this will eliminate the need for manual cleaning after each session.
Regular cleaning also helps solve browser hangover problems: When the history database gets too large, the software takes longer to index and find the right entries, which significantly reduces the performance of the interface.
- 🚀 Freeing internal device memory from temporary files.
- 🔒 Enhancing privacy and protection against surveillance.
- 🛠 Removing errors in the display of web pages and scripts.
- ⚡ Acceleration of the browser and the system as a whole.
Delete data in the standard Mi Browser
Xiaomi’s standard browser is the primary surfing tool for millions of users thanks to its optimization for the MIUI shell. The data is cleaned up through a built-in menu that is available at any time the app is running, and it’s the fastest way to remove any traces of activity.
To start the procedure, you need to open the application and go to the start page. At the bottom of the screen or in the top panel (depending on the version of the interface), there is a menu icon, often denoted by three horizontal bars or a profile icon, clicking on this element opens access to basic control functions.
☑️ The Mi Browser cleaning algorithm
In the list you open, you should find History or Settings, and then select the option Clear Data. The system will suggest selecting the types of information to be deleted: you can erase only your visit history by leaving saved passwords, or complete cleaning, including cache and cookies. To completely remove all traces, you must tick against History and confirm the operation.
⚠️ Note: When choosing a complete cleanup, all stored passwords and automatic login data on the sites will be deleted. Make sure you remember your logins and passwords before performing this procedure.
Clearing History in Google Chrome on Xiaomi
Google Chrome browser remains the most popular choice among Android users thanks to synchronization with a Google account. the process of deleting data here is slightly different to the structure of the menu, but also does not cause complications. Chrome interface is unified, so the instruction will suit any version of the application.
To get started, open the Chrome app on your Xiaomi smartphone. In the upper right corner of the screen is a menu button represented by three vertical dots. When you click on it, you will see a drop-down list where you want to select History. The window that opens displays a list of all the pages you've visited recently.
At the top of the story screen is the Clear History (or Delete Data) button, which opens a detailed settings menu, and it's important to pay attention to the time range, and the default option is "Last Hour," but to clean it completely, you need to select the All-Time option.
Synchronization of history
After selecting the time range, tick the data types: “Browser History”, “Cookies”, “Cached Images”. Click the Delete Data button to complete the process. The system may request confirmation, as the action is irreversible.
Deep cleaning through Android system settings
Sometimes standard methods inside the browser do not give the desired result or the application does not work correctly. In such cases, the most effective way to go to the system settings of Android, this method allows you to forcibly clear all data of the application, including those that may have been stuck in the system.
Go to the Settings menu of your Xiaomi smartphone. Find the Apps (or “All Apps”) section and find the browser you want (like Chrome or Mi Browser) in the list. When you log in to the app card, select Memory or immediately click the Clean button at the bottom of the screen.
The system will offer two options: Clear the cache and Clear everything (or “Erase data”). The first option is secure and only deletes temporary files. The second option completely resets the browser to a post-install state, removing history, passwords, settings and tabs.
| Action. | What's removed | Impact on accounts | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear the cache | Temporary files, pictures | It doesn't. | Weekly prevention |
| Clear the data | All history, cookies, passwords | Exit from all accounts | Phone sales or major disruptions |
| Deletion of history | List of lists URL-address | Doesn't affect entry. | Protection of confidentiality |
| Deletion of cookies | Site session data | Re-entry required | If the websites are not working properly |
⚠️ Warning: The "Clear Everything" option in the system settings is radical. After using it, you will have to reconfigure the start page and enter passwords from all sites.
Automation of the cleaning process
Xiaomi smartphone owners have a unique advantage: the built-in Security app, which automates routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning browser debris, eliminating the need to perform actions every time.
Open the Security app and go to Cleanup. The system will analyze the device and suggest that you delete temporary files. To fine-tune the settings icon (cogs) in the upper right corner, you can activate the Clean When You Reach Size function or set a schedule.
Also in the settings of the Chrome or Mi Browser browser itself, there is often the option “Delete data when you exit.” If you activate this switch, the browser will automatically erase history and cookies every time you completely close the application, which is ideal for users who value maximum anonymity.
And third-party solutions, too, are not to be forgotten: apps like CCleaner or Files by Google can also find and delete browser cache, but with built-in MIUIs, they usually do just as well, without requiring additional software.
Frequent questions and problem-solving
Even with simple actions, users may encounter nuances, such as when the story is cleaned, if the sync with the cloud is active, then you need to go to your Google or Mi Account settings and delete the activity data through the web interface.
Another common problem is that you can't press the clean button because the interface freezes, and in this situation, it helps to reboot the device, and if that doesn't work, try updating your browser through the Google Play or GetApps app store.
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If the history is not cleared by standard methods, use Safe Mode to delete data or reset your browser settings through the application system menu.
It’s important to understand the difference between deleting your history on a device and deleting it from SERPs. Cleaning your browser on Xiaomi does not remove your queries from search engine servers like Yandex or Google if you were logged in at the time of the search.