Tutorial 23: Practical Guide to Clearing Cache Manually in OpenCart

Cache is an important component of modern websites, as it significantly increases website speed and performance by saving static resources and reducing server load. However, as the website evolves and changes are made, the cached data can become outdated and potentially show users old content.

OpenCart provides cache feature by default to enhance browsing experience. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide to manually clear cache in OpenCart, to ensure that users are always viewing the latest content.

Clearing Cache Opencart 3

1. First open the OpenCart admin panel and go to the dashboard.

   

2. In the upper right corner of the dashboard, you will see a button. Click this button to open a pop-up menu.
3. Show Pop-up: After clicking the button, a pop-up will appear on the screen.
4. Inside the pop-up to clear cache. You can do this by pressing the "Refresh" button.
5. If you prefer, you can also turn off cache here. This is highly recommended if your website is under development.

By following these steps, you can easily clear cache manually in OpenCart. Make sure you maintain optimal performance and user experience by managing your cache wisely.