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Clear Cache by TenSoja

Advanced cache clearing with time periods, current tab filter, and smart notifications. Perfect for developers and power users. F9 shortcut included!

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New v4.4 options page: Configure time periods (15min, 1h, 24h, 1 week, all time), enable "Current tab only" for precise clearing, choose data types and customize notifications. All settings are automatically saved.Revolutionary time period selection: Choose exactly which timeframe to clear - from last 15 minutes to entire history. Perfect for developers who need precise control during testing workflows."Current tab only" mode: Clear data only from the active tab using origin-based filtering. Ideal for developers working on specific websites without affecting other open projects.Clean and accessible interface: Firefox toolbar button for one-click access. Use F9 shortcut or right-click for context menu with "Clear Cache & Reload" action.Smart notifications: See exactly which data was cleared and in what time period. Detailed feedback that can be customized or disabled in preferences according to your needs.
About this extension
🧹 Clear Cache - Advanced Browser Cache Management

Clear your browser cache with precision and control. This extension goes beyond basic cache clearing with intelligent features designed for developers, testers, and power users.

🚀 KEY FEATURES:

⏰ TIME PERIOD SELECTION
Choose exactly what timeframe to clear:
• Last 15 minutes - Perfect for quick testing iterations
• Last 1 hour - Clear recent browsing activity
• Last 24 hours - Daily cleanup routine
• Last 1 week - Weekly maintenance
• All time - Traditional full cache clear

🎯 CURRENT TAB ONLY MODE
Revolutionary precision clearing:
• Clear data ONLY for the active tab
• Perfect for developers working on specific websites
• Uses origin-based filtering technology
• Preserves other sites' data while testing
• Ideal for A/B testing and development workflows

🎨 ENHANCED WORKFLOW
• One-click cache clearing from toolbar
• F9 keyboard shortcut (customizable)
• Right-click context menu for quick "Clear & Reload"
• Smart notifications with detailed feedback
• Selective data type clearing (cache, cookies, history, etc.)

🔔 INTELLIGENT NOTIFICATIONS
Get informed about what was cleared:
• Shows data types cleared
• Displays time period information
• Configurable notification preferences

🌍 MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Available in 8 languages: English, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabic, Czech, Russian, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional)

🔒 PRIVACY & SECURITY
✅ Zero data collection
✅ Local settings storage only
✅ Minimal permissions required
✅ Open source & Mozilla verified
✅ No external connections

📱 CROSS-PLATFORM
✅ Firefox Desktop (v109+)
✅ Firefox for Android (v113+)
✅ Consistent experience across devices

💡 PERFECT FOR:
• Web developers testing cache behavior
• QA testers clearing specific timeframes
• Privacy-conscious users wanting control
• Power users needing precision tools
• Anyone frustrated with manual cache clearing

🛠️ TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE:
• Optimized background script for minimal memory usage
• Advanced browsingData API implementation
• Origin-based filtering for tab-specific clearing
• Timestamp-based clearing for time periods
• Event-driven architecture for responsiveness

⚡ WORKFLOW ACCELERATION:
Transform your cache clearing from a 5-click process to a single click or keystroke. Save time, reduce friction, and maintain your development flow.

🔄 BACKWARD COMPATIBLE:
Seamless updates preserve all your existing settings and preferences.

Try Clear Cache today and experience the difference precision makes in your browsing and development workflow!

F9 Fever! 🔥
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Required permissions:

  • Clear recent browsing history, cookies, and related data
  • Display notifications to you
  • Access browser tabs
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Version
4.4
Size
126.4 KB
Last updated
11 days ago (Sep 7, 2025)
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License
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Release notes for 4.4
🚀 Clear Cache v4.4.0 - Major Feature Update

✨ NEW FEATURES:
⏰ Time Period Selection - Choose exactly what timeframe to clear:
• Last 15 minutes - Perfect for quick testing
• Last 1 hour - Clear recent browsing activity
• Last 24 hours - Clear today's data
• Last 1 week - Weekly cleanup
• All time - Traditional full cache clear

🎯 Current Tab Only - NEW precision mode:
• Clear data only for the active tab
• Perfect for developers working on specific sites
• Uses origin-based filtering for targeted cleaning
• Preserves other sites' data while testing

🎨 Enhanced Context Menu:
• Right-click extension icon for quick "Clear Cache & Reload" action
• Streamlined workflow for power users
• Always reloads page after clearing

🔔 Smart Notifications:
• Shows what data types were cleared
• Displays time period information
• More informative user feedback

🛠️ IMPROVEMENTS:
• Optimized background script for better performance
• Enhanced options page with intuitive controls
• Updated all 8 languages with new features
• Improved error handling and stability

📱 Full Firefox Android compatibility (requires Firefox 113+)

🔄 BACKWARD COMPATIBLE: All existing settings preserved during update.

Perfect for developers, testers, and power users who need precise control over cache clearing!
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