DNS cache is the area where DNS addresses are stored. If the cleaning process is not done and the DNS of a website changes over time, you may experience problems in terms of access. If you are not sure how to change DNS, you can provide the DNS cleaning process suitable for your device by reviewing our article.

What is DNS Cache?

DNS stands for Domain Name System. To access a website on the Internet, your computer needs to know the IP address of that website. IP addresses are long and complex addresses made up of numbers. DNS is a system that translates domain names into IP addresses.

The DNS cache is a space where your computer stores the IP addresses of websites you have visited before. This allows you to access websites faster. However, if a website's IP address changes, you need to clear your DNS cache. Otherwise, when you try to access the website, your computer will still use the old IP address.

How to Clear DNS Cache on Your Devices

How to Clear DNS Cache in Windows 7, 8 and 10

1. Open the Start menu and type "cmd".

2. From the list of results, right-click on "Command Prompt" and select "Run as administrator".

3. At the command prompt, enter the following command and press Enter:

ipconfig /flushdns

How to Clear DNS Cache on Linux Operating Systems?

If you have a Linux-based server or device, you must first have root privileges. If you have root authorization, you only need to write the code we have shared below.

/etc/init.d/nscd resart

How to Clear DNS Cache on Your macOS Devices

1. Open the Apple menu and select "System Preferences".

2. Click on the "Network" tab.

3. Click on the "Advanced" button.

4. Click on the "DNS" tab.

5. Click on the "Clear DNS cache" button.

How to Clear DNS Cache on Android Devices

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Tap "Network and Internet".

3. Tap "Wi-Fi".

4. Bağlandığınız Wi-Fi ağına dokunun.

5. Tap the Wi-Fi network you are connected to.

6. Tap "DNS".

7. Tap the "Clear DNS cache" button.

How to Clear DNS Cache on iOS Devices

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Tap "General".

3. Tap "Wi-Fi".

4. Tap the Wi-Fi network you are connected to.

5. Tap "DNS".

6. Tap the "Clear DNS cache" button.