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How to Clear System Storage on iPhone

Guide to free up system storage space on iPhone.

Solution Steps

  1. Settings → General → iPhone Storage → Review storage breakdown.
  2. Delete unused apps: Tap app → Delete App.
  3. Offload unused apps: Settings → App Store → Offload Unused Apps (keeps data).
  4. Clear Safari cache: Settings → Safari → Clear History and Website Data.
  5. Delete old messages: Settings → Messages → Keep Messages → Change to 30 days or 1 year.
  6. Delete photos/videos: Photos → Select → Delete (or use Recently Deleted).
  7. Update iOS: Settings → General → Software Update (can free up space).

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