A hard refresh clears your browser cache for a specific page, forcing it to load the most recent version. This is different from simply clicking the reload button, which does not clear the cache.
Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge
| OS | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Windows | Ctrl + F5 |
| Mac | Cmd + Shift + R |
Firefox
| OS | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Windows | Ctrl + F5 |
| Mac | Cmd + Shift + R |
Safari (Mac)
- Go to Safari → Empty Cache (or press Opt + Cmd + E).
- Refresh the page with Cmd + R or the reload button in the address bar.