Where Does the TIDAL Desktop App Store Cache?
TIDAL desktop app data folder on Windows and macOS with stream cache and offline storage.
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The TIDAL desktop app caches streamed audio and artwork locally to smooth playback, with downloads for offline mobile listening kept separately in-app. Desktop has no offline mode, so its folder is purely cache and settings.
TIDAL support recommends clearing cache from the Help menu rather than by hand. Manual deletion works but the app must be closed first.
Where TIDAL stores this, by platform
%APPDATA%\TIDAL
Holds the Cache folder plus login and settings state. Use Help > Troubleshooting > Clear Cache inside the app when possible. Downloads for offline listening exist only on mobile, so nothing irreplaceable lives here.
~/Library/Application Support/TIDAL
Same cache and state role as Windows. Exact subfolder names may vary by release, so verify before scripting deletions. Prefer the in-app clear-cache option.
Frequently asked questions
Can I delete the TIDAL cache folder?
Yes, with the app closed. It only holds streamed audio cache that rebuilds on next play. Use the in-app clear-cache option first since it is safer.
Where are TIDAL offline downloads?
On mobile apps under device storage, managed inside the app. The desktop app offers no offline downloads, so its folder has none.
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