Tutorial: How to Clear FiveM Cache (Fast) – Updated 2025

Cleaning out your FiveM cache is a key step for keeping your game running smoothly and fixing performance problems. This easy guide will show you how to clear your cache quickly.

What is the “FiveM Cache”?

The FiveM cache saves temporary information that helps the game load quickly.

But, this saved data can become damaged or old, which causes errors, crashes, or a large file size.

Important! Make sure FiveM is completely closed before you continue. Close the game as usual and then check near the clock on your taskbar to make sure it is not still running.

How to Clean Your FiveM Game Cache

Here’s how to clean your FiveM cache:

Step 1: Locating the FiveM Cache Directory

To find the right cache folder, access the FiveM application data:

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type %localappdata% and press Enter. This action will take you directly to the local application data folder.

Step 2: Navigating to the FiveM Folder

In the local application data folder, locate the FiveM folder.

Step 3: Purging Cache Contents

Inside the FiveM folder, you will see a subfolder named cache. Open this folder. Your objective here is to delete all the contents except for the game folder. Be careful not to delete the game folder, as this could necessitate re-downloading all game content.

Pro Tip: Consider backing up the cache directory to safeguard against any potential need for restoration.

Step 4: Game File Integrity Check (Optional)

If issues persist after clearing the cache, it is advisable to verify the integrity of your game files. This process can usually be managed through your gaming platform (e.g., Steam or the Rockstar Games Launcher) and can help resolve any residual problems.

Step 5: Restart your FiveM Client – and you’re done clearing the FiveM Cache.

With the cache cleared and game files verified, restart FiveM. Upon restart, the game will regenerate fresh cache files, hopefully resolving any prior complications you have encountered.

Helpful Tips

• If you still have problems, try restarting your computer before cleaning the cache again.
• Be sure your game and graphics drivers are up to date.
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Video Tutorial – How to Clear Cache (FiveM)

For a visual guide, check out our step-by-step video tutorial:

Conclusion & Final Words

Keeping your FiveM cache clean is a simple way to improve your game. It helps fix glitches and slow performance caused by old or damaged files. This guide shows you how to easily clear your cache, so your game runs well. A clean cache means your game will be more stable and you can fully enjoy the fun of FiveM without any problems.

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