Cookies (or “cookies”) are small pieces of data that websites store on your device to store session, preference and authorization information. On Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, they accumulate over time, taking up memory and potentially slowing down the browser or applications. Moreover, outdated cookies can lead to authorization errors, incorrect websites, or even leaks of sensitive data.
In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to clean cookies on Redmi - from standard methods through browser settings to deep cleaning of system caches in the Internet. MIUI. You will learn how to delete cookies selectively (for example, only for one site) or completely, how to automate the process and what to do if after cleaning you have problems logging in. 12/13, Redmi 10/11, POCO X5 etc.) on the base MIUI 12–14 HyperOS.
What are cookies and why should they be cleared on Xiaomi Redmi?
Cookies are text files that are created by websites when you visit them.
- 🔑 Authorization data (logins, session tokens)
- 🛒 Shopping carts in online stores
- ⚙️ Language settings, site design themes
- 📊 Analytics Information (e.g. Google Analytics)
- 🎯 Targeted Ads (Advertising Networks Like DoubleClick)
On Xiaomi Redmi, cookies are stored in the browser memory (e.g. Google Chrome, Mi Browser) or in system folders if web views are used in applications (e.g. Facebook Lite or VKontakte).
- 🐢 Slow down the loading of pages (browser spends time processing outdated data).
- 🔓 Lead to login errors (e.g., the site “does not see” your authorization).
- 🕵️♂️ Threat to privacy (some cookies track your online behavior).
- 📱 Take up space in memory (on Redmi with 64-128 GB it is critical).
However, a complete clearing of cookies can result in logging out of accounts on all sites – you will have to re-enter logins and passwords, so it is important to understand when to delete all cookies and when enough cleaning for a particular resource is enough.
How to clear cookies in Google Chrome on Xiaomi Redmi
Google Chrome is the most popular browser on Xiaomi Redmi, and it clears cookies in a standard way.+ (statuary).
Open your browser and follow the following steps:
- Click on three dots in the upper right corner (⋮) → Choose History.
- Put Clear the data.
- In the section Main, tick the boxes: 📝 Cookies and website data 🗑️ Cached images and files (optional)
- At all times, it will delete all cookies.
- In the last hour/day, a selective cleaning is performed.
- Click Delete Data.
- Press Clear.
Method 2: Third-party applications (CCleaner, Files by Google)
For more flexible configuration, utilities like CCleaner or Files by Google are suitable:
- 📱 CCleaner: Install from Google Play. Open → Quick cleaning. → Cache and cookies. Set up automatic cleaning in Settings → Planner.
- 📁 Files by Google: Open the app → Clean. Select the application cache and cookies. Tap Clear XX MB.
Advantages of automatic cleaning:
- ⏰ Save time (don’t need to manually do it).
- 📉 Prevents the accumulation of unnecessary data.
- 🔒 Reduces the risk of confidential information leaks.
⚠️ Warning: Do not set up automatic cleanup more than once every 3 days – this can lead to permanent logins and slowdown of the browser due to re-uploading data.
What to do if after cleaning cookies there are problems
Sometimes, after deleting cookies, users encounter errors: sites do not load, problems with authorization or a message is displayed. ERR_CACHE_MISS. Here's how to fix it:
Problem 1: Unable to log in to the site (infinite load)
Decision:
- 🔄 Update the page (F5 oracle ↻ browser-wise).
- 🚫 Try another browser (such as Firefox or Opera).
- 🕒 Check the date and time on your smartphone (Settings) → Additionally. → Date and time).
- 🔑 Clear the data of a specific site (in Chrome: 🔒 address-bar → Cookies → Remove only the problematic site).