How to Clear the Cache on Your PS5 — Safe Mode Guide
How to Clear the Cache on Your PS5 (Safe Mode) If your PlayStation 5 is sluggish, freezing, or acting oddly, clearing the system cache is a quick, low-risk troubleshooting step. Clearing the cache won’t delete your installed games, saved data, or account settings, but it can remove corrupted temporary files that cause lag or crashes. Why clear the cache? Removes temporary files that may be corrupted or outdated. Can fix slow menus, crashes that boot you back to the home screen, or networking glitches. Safe and non-destructive compared with more drastic Safe Mode options. Start PS5 in Safe Mode Power off the PS5 completely (use controller: Hold PS button → Power → Turn Off PS5, or hold the console power button for ~3 seconds). Wait for the power indicator to…
