How to use the Cache-Control Meta Tag In HTML
The browser cache should not be used and when you load the page or refresh it, the content should be served from the server, not from the cache.
Example: To demonstrate using the “Cache-Control” Meta Tag to disable browser facing with the meta HTML tags.
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta http-equiv="Cache-Control" content="no-cache">
<title>Disable Browser Caching</title>
</head>
<body>
<h1>Hello World!</h1>
<p>This page should not be cached by the browser.</p>
</body>
</html>
Output:
This output is unlike the common feed of traditional programming output in the sense that it cannot be seen in reality. There instead, the output though is seen in the actions of the browser’s caching mechanism when you visit the page.
Disable Browser Caching with Meta HTML Tags
In the fast-paced internet era, delivering up-to-date content to users is crucial. Browser caching, while speeding up website loading, poses challenges in serving recent updates. Fortunately, developers can leverage meta HTML tags to control caching behaviour, ensuring users receive the latest content promptly. This article explores the significance of browser caching and demonstrates the use of meta HTML tags to enhance web speed.
Table of Content
- Using the Cache-Control Meta Tag
- Using the Pragma Meta Tag
- Using the Expires” Meta Tag