How to clear the web browsing history recorded in the Opera browser to improve system performance and privacy or fix web browsing issues.
2. Clear Browser History
Open Opera.
Open the Opera Menu located in the top left hand corner of the window.
Click Settings.
Click Privacy & Security.
Click Clear Browsing Data.
Choose the time frame of data that you want to clear.
Select the item categories you would like to clear.
SettingCheckboxBrowsing HistoryCheckedWhile you browse Your browser will keep track of every page you visit, to try to make it easier to return. This can become corrupt due to modern active web pages.Download HistoryCheckedThese are a list of files you've downloaded recently. It is entirely safe to delete, or keep this list, as it won't affect pages. Checking this option does not delete the files you've downloaded, just the list the browser keeps.Cookies and other site dataCheckedCookies are how websites 'know' you when you visit them multiple times. This file can become corrupt, and simply downloading a new one can fix many problems.
You will have to log back into any pages you use, such as mail or social media.
Cached images and filesCheckedThis clears your cache, making your browser get a new copy of the webpage, images, etc. It's important to clear this to get a fresh copy the next time you visit, as the copy your browser has may simply be corrupt.PasswordsUncheckedYour browser will save your passwords while you browse, making it easier to log into your most common websites later. This does not affect how a page loads, and can slow you down on your most commonly used pages.Autofill Form DataUncheckedInformation from entering forms online, such as your name, address, or other filled-in information. This does not affect how a page loads, and can slow you down on your most commonly used pages.News Usage DataPersonal ChoiceRemoves information saved by Opera for news. This information, if enabled, will send anonymous data to Opera to provide better experience while using the news.
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