If you’ve ever opened your storage on Iphone and seen “Other” or “System Data” taking up gigabytes — you’re not alone.
Many iPhone users search daily for how to clear it, but most fixes don’tmost fixes don’t work. Here’s the real guide — no shady apps or factory reset required.
What is “Other” Storage on iPhone?
“Other” (also called System Data) includes:
- Safari cache
- App data & logs
- Message attachments
- System files
- Downloads
7 Ways to Clear ‘Other’ Storage (Free)
1.
Clear Safari Cache
- Go to: Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data
Effect: Frees 300MB–1GB instantly
2.
Delete Old Message Attachments
- Go to: Settings > Messages > Keep Messages > Select 30 Days
- Or manually delete media from Messages app
Effect: Clears photos/videos taking hidden space
3.
Offload Unused Apps
- Settings > General > iPhone Storage > Enable Offload Unused Apps
Effect: Keeps app data but removes the app to free GBs
4.
Upload Photos to iCloud or Google Photos
- Then delete local copies from phone
Effect: Saves 5–20 GB depending on your photo library
5.
Delete App Cache (TikTok, Instagram, etc.)
- Open apps like TikTok > Settings > Clear Cache
- Or delete & reinstall large apps (don’t worry, your data is safe via login)
6.
Empty Files and Downloads Folder
- Open Files app
- Check “Downloads” and “Recently Deleted” folders
Effect: Small but helps (50–200MB)
7.
Restart Your iPhone
Sometimes restarting clears temp logs and memory buildup in “Other.”
What Not to Do
- Don’t factory reset unless nothing else works
- Avoid sketchy “cleaner” apps — they don’t help and may collect your data
Final Tip
“Other” storage can’t be 100% erased, but with these steps, you can reduce it significantly — freeing up space for what matters.
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