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Samsung: Clear App Data to Reset an App

If an app keeps glitching, shows outdated information, or you want to sign out completely without uninstalling it, clearing its stored data usually fixes this. This removes login details, cached files, and any saved content like messages or documents, putting the app back to its state right after installation. Clearing app data is different from just clearing the cache and cannot be undone.

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Clear App Data (Reset an App) auf Samsung

When an app on your Samsung phone behaves oddly, shows old login info, or fills up storage with cached files, clearing its app data resets it to a clean state.

App data includes everything the app has saved since installation: your login credentials, settings, and any content stored inside the app itself, such as chat messages, photos, or downloaded documents. This differs from cache, which only holds temporary files. Clearing data removes both cache and permanent app content.

To clear app data, go to Tap on SettingsTap on AppsChoose an AppTap on StorageTap on Clear dataTap on OK. The app returns to its original state, as if freshly installed, and you need to sign in again and reconfigure any settings.

Use this fix when an app crashes repeatedly, wont sync correctly, or you want to remove all personal traces without deleting the app entirely. If you only need more storage space or want to fix minor loading issues, clearing the cache alone is usually enough and keeps your login and settings intact.

Clearing app data cannot be undone. Any unsynced content stored only inside the app, such as offline notes or local backups, is lost permanently.

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Cache only stores temporary files the app creates to load faster. App data includes login information, settings, and saved content. Clearing data removes everything and resets the app, while clearing the cache leaves your account and settings untouched.

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Android 11 · One UI 3

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