Wipe Cache Partition Removed!

[Pianodude58]

With the new Samsung February Security update you can no longer wipe the system cache in the recovery menu

Based on user reports regarding the February 2026 security update, specifically for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, 

the "Wipe cache partition" option has been removed from the Android Recovery menu. 

After this update, the recovery menu is reportedly restricted, with only the following options:

-> Reboot system now

-> Wipe data/factory reset

-> Power off

• Impacted Devices: Reports indicate this affects the Galaxy S25 series and potentially others receiving the February 2026 patch (One UI 8.5/One UI 8).
• Reasoning: While not officially confirmed by Samsung in the patch notes, this move is likely part of a broader shift toward using Android Runtime (ART) for optimizing app files, making the traditional cache partition cleanup obsolete.
• Alternatives: If experiencing sluggishness, users are now prompted to use built-in, non-recovery methods to clear temporary files. 

Note: Some users still using older updates (prior to February 2026) may still see the option, or may need to connect their device to a PC to access recovery options. 

[Ekamek]

Using 3rd party apps, especially with ads - meaning free, is risky for system functions unless it's from a reputable developer.
Hope it returns quickly.

[meself]

It was removed with February update

[Michinchilla]

No, they want you to keep buying a new phone every year and what they did is no different than when they made it a huge hassle to be able to readily change out your phone battery.

[Big-Bad-Brad]

I got the Feb update last night.  Installed it with no problem.  Security update.  This morning I went to clear the Cache Partition and the menu has changed.  Instead of a lot of other options, I got..

1. Reboot system now
2. Wipe Data/Factory Reset
3. Power off

I used the standard turn off, press and hold Volume up and power and that isn't working anymore.  Did it change?

I got other issues this morning with my email.  The app won't connect and I can't hit it even from my desktop.  

AT&T S32 Ultra

[Big-Bad-Brad]

Thank you sir. 🙏

[Pianodude58]

You're very welcome 🙏

[Paramed]

I'm glad It worked out well for you

[Paramed]

You all have a awesome Wednesday 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[pabloman]

Where did you buy this S32 Ultra?

[Big-Bad-Brad]

At the local dyslexic store. Lol. Sorry.