Safari Cache
This folder stores Safari’s cached web content to speed up page loading and reduce repeated downloads during browsing.
What is Safari Cache?
Safari Cache is the cache data folder used by Safari. It stores temporary website resources such as images, scripts, style sheets, and other web content so pages can load faster the next time you visit them. People usually encounter this folder when reviewing storage use, troubleshooting website loading problems, or checking browser-related files in their Library folder.
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
This is generally temporary browser data, not core system data. Removing it usually does not damage Safari, but cached website content will be rebuilt over time and some sites may load more slowly at first or require you to re-download certain content.
Recommendation: You can usually leave this folder alone. If Safari is using unusual space or showing website display issues, clearing Safari cache data is usually reasonable. Expect temporary slowdowns on first page loads afterward while the cache is recreated.
File path
~/Library/Caches/com.apple.Safari
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