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CapCut Video Editor Cache Folder (%LocalAppData%\CapCut\User Data\Cache)

Space: 5 GB – 40 GB+ creative Windows, macOS
Quick Answer: CapCut caches proxy video clips, preview renders, and downloaded effects. Clearing the cache is safe.

Bottom Line: It is 100% safe to clear the CapCut cache. CapCut video editor caches background video proxies and timeline effect previews.

What is the CapCut Cache Folder?

Located at %LocalAppData%\CapCut\User Data\Cache on Windows (or ~/Library/Caches/CapCut on macOS), CapCut stores generated video proxies and downloaded sticker/filter assets.

Can You Delete CapCut Cache?

✅ Yes, completely safe to delete.

  • No Project Loss: Your CapCut project draft files and original video assets remain safe.

How to Clean Up CapCut Cache

Inside CapCut: Go to Settings > Cache > click Clear Cache.

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