.CACHE File Extension

General Cache File

CACHE files store recent data of applications. Web browsers, audio recording and image editing software use CACHE to speed up loading of saved files. You usually do not need to manually view or edit C...

General Information

Title .CACHE File Extension
Extension .cache
Full Form General Cache File
File Type Data File
Developer Various
MIME Type application/cache

File Function

Primary Function Store temporary data
Additional Functions Speed up loading, Reduce bandwidth usage
Features Fast access, Temporary storage

File Characteristics

Quality Binary, Text
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Not advised

Use Cases

Web Browsing Yes
App Performance Yes
Data Storage Temporary

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data leakage
Best Practices Regular clearing, Encrypted storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies
Latest Version N/A

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .tmp, .bak, .old

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Web Browsers Free Various
Cache Management Tools Free, Paid Various
Operating Systems Built-in Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix