"Other" storage (System Data) consists of caches, logs, and temporary resources that iOS uses. If it's taking up too much room, follow these steps to clear it manually.
1
Clear Safari Cache & History
Safari stores a massive amount of website data that contributes directly to "Other" storage.
Settings > Safari > Tap "Clear History and Website Data".
2
Offload Unused Apps
This removes the app but keeps its data, clearing the temporary system files associated with the app binary.
3
Delete Large Message Attachments
Old videos and photos sent via iMessage are often indexed in System Data. Deleting them releases significant space.
4
Clear Social Media Cache
Apps like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube store huge caches. Uninstalling and reinstalling these apps is the best way to wipe that data.
5
The "Force Restart" Trick
A force restart triggers iOS to perform a system cleanup and delete temporary log files that are no longer needed.