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suddenly my safari page appears all black

suddenly while surfing my safara page appears all black and now even when i log in and log out the safari appli it is still black...??

whats happening ? what am i supposed to do to recover my safari ?

Posted on Nov 3, 2011 11:20 AM

Posted on Nov 3, 2011 11:32 AM

I have seen users describe Safari as being "grey" but black is a first for me ....

Quit Safari. From the home screen - Double tap the home button and find the Safari icon in the task bar. Tap and hold down on the icon until it wiggles, then tap the red minus sign. Tap the screen above the task bar. Try Safari again.

Or do you mean that the app border is black in color now? That indicates that private browsing is turned on. settings>Safari>Private Browsing>On. If you turn it off, Safari will be the regular grey color again.

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Nov 3, 2011 11:32 AM in response to skanner21

Nov 3, 2011 11:25 AM in response to skanner21

Try clearing Safari's cache : Settings > Safari > Clear Cache (and Clear History) - it's 'Clear Cookies and Data' on iOS 5

If that doesn't work then try closing Safari completely and then re-open it : from the home screen (i.e. not with Safari 'open' on-screen) double-click the home button to bring up the taskbar, then press and hold any of the apps on the taskbar for a couple of seconds or so until they start shaking, then press the '-' in the top left of the Safari app to close it, and touch any part of the screen above the taskbar so as to stop the shaking and close the taskbar.

A third option is a reset : press and hold both the sleep and home buttons for about 10 to 15 seconds (ignore the red slider), after which the Apple logo should appear - you won't lose any content, it's the iPad equivalent of a reboot.

Nov 3, 2011 11:40 AM in response to King_Penguin

i made a reset it works now 😉

i did nort understand solution 2 btw...

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• Look for app folders and search for Safari in the home screen.
• Use App Library to bring Safari back to the home screen.

Fix 1: Unhide Home Screen Page

If the Safari icon has gone missing along with other app icons, you might have hidden a home screen page.

Step 1: On your iPhone’s home screen, touch and hold the page dots at the bottom until you see the thumbnails of your home screen.

Step 2: The pages that have checkmarks under them are enabled. Look for the page with the Safari browser and tap on the selection circle under it to enable it.

That’s it. Now, go to your phone’s home screen, and you should see the Safari icon.

Fix 2: Remove Screen Time Restrictions From iPhone

If you can’t find Safari on your iPhone using the above methods, you must check and remove screen time restrictions from the Safari app.

Step 1: Open Settings on your iPhone > go to Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions .

Step 2: Tap on Allowed Apps . Turn off the toggle next to Safari . It should turn green.

That’s it. Go to your home screen, and you should see the Safari app. If the Safari icon is missing, use the above methods to put it back on the home screen.

Fix 3: Reset Home Screen Layout

Resetting the home screen layout of your iPhone will delete folders that you have created on the home screen and put all the pre-installed Apple apps, including Safari, at their original location. This will help in restoring Safari to the home screen.

To reset the home screen layout, go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset > Reset > Reset Home Screen Layout .

Once reset, go back to the home screen, and you should see the Safari icon happily sitting over there. If Safari doesn’t work, learn how to fix Safari not working on your iPhone .

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How to Get Safari Back on iPhone (iOS 17)

What to know.

• Typically, if Safari has disappeared, it most likely was just removed from the Home Screen.
• Some users are reporting that there is a glitch that appears to delete the Safari app from your iPhone altogether.
• To get it back, you must re-download the Safari app from the App Store.

Has your Safari app suddenly vanished into thin air? The good news is that you don't have the option to delete the native Safari app on your iPhone, so it has likely just been accidentally removed from your Home Screen. For this situation, we'll show you how to find the hidden app and move it back to your Home Screen. In rare cases, a software glitch can delete the app from your iPhone, so it will need to be re-installed. For either situation, let's cover how to get Safari back on your Home Screen.

Safari Disappeared from iPhone? Here’s How to Find It

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For most people, the missing Safari app has not been deleted, just removed from the Home Screen. Below, we'll show you how to find the app and move it back to your Home Screen by searching the App Library or by using Siri Search. Both methods will work if Safari has simply been removed from your Home Screen, so you can simply choose the option you prefer. 

How to Put App Back on Home Screen Using the App Library

Here's how to add Safari to your Home Screen by searching the App Library: 

Your Safari app should now be added back to your Home Screen! If you're not familiar with the App Library, I recommend checking out this article on how to use the App Library . It's a great way to help you stay organized. For more nifty organization hacks and ways to use your iPhone's features, sign up for our free Tip of the Day Newsletter. 

How to Add Safari to Home Screen Using Siri Search

If you prefer to avoid searching your App Library, you can also find the hidden app by using Siri Search. Here's how to add Safari to your iPhone Home Screen:

Adding the Safari app to your dock is optional, but it does make it more convenient to access Safari. Your dock displays up to four apps at any given time, and will appear at the bottom of each Home Screen. 

If you were not able to find Safari using the solutions above, the app has likely been removed from your iPhone. Below, we'll show you how to re-download Safari from the App Store. If that fails, you may need to reset your Home Screen layout to get Safari back on your device. 

Download Safari from the App Store

Here's how to re-install the Safari app on your iPhone so you can get it back on your Home Screen: 

Reset Your Home Screen to Re-install Safari

If you were not able to find or re-install Safari using the steps above, this method will reset your iPhone’s Home Screen back to the factory version, which is how the Home Screen looks when setting your device up as new. Since Safari is one of the apps featured on the default Home Screen, this method will allow you to add Safari to your Home Screen.

Hopefully, the solutions above worked, and you found adding Safari to your Home Screen to be a breeze! However, if the above solutions haven't worked, there might be a deeper issue with your device. In this case, I recommend contacting Apple Support or visiting the nearest Apple store for further assistance. If you're interested, I also recommend learning how to find your lost iPhone , even if the battery has died. 

• How do I get the Safari icon back on my iPhone?  If your Safari app was accidentally erased, you can get the app icon back on your iPhone by redownloading the Safari app from the app store. If your Safari app was simply removed from the Home Screen but not your device, you can just add the Safari icon back to your Home Screen by using the App Library.
• Why did my Safari app disappear on my iPhone?   At the moment, it is unclear why this glitch is happening to some iPhone users. However, for the most part, if your Safari icon has disappeared, you can either redownload the app from the App Store or add it to your Home Screen again via the App Library.
• Why can't I get Safari on my iPhone?  Sometimes people are unable to download apps and run into many other glitches and issues if their iOS is old or out of date. It's important for security reasons and for the overall smooth running of your device to keep it as up-to-date as possible. Check to see if your iPhone needs to be updated, and if so, check out this article on how to do it . 

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Safari is a versatile and user-friendly web browser that comes pre-installed on Apple devices, offering a seamless browsing experience with its intuitive interface and robust features. While Safari is typically accessed from the home screen of an iPhone or iPad, there are instances where the app icon may inadvertently be removed or misplaced, causing inconvenience to users. Fortunately, there is a simple and effective solution to restore Safari to the home screen, ensuring quick access to this essential tool for web browsing, bookmarking, and more.

In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of bringing Safari back to your home screen, allowing you to effortlessly launch the browser with just a tap. Whether you are a seasoned Apple device user or new to the iOS ecosystem, this method is straightforward and requires only a few moments of your time. By following these instructions, you can regain the convenience of having Safari readily accessible from your device's home screen, streamlining your browsing experience and enhancing your overall productivity.

Stay tuned as we delve into the simple yet invaluable steps that will empower you to seamlessly reintegrate Safari onto your home screen, ensuring that you can swiftly navigate the web, access your favorite websites, and leverage the full potential of this feature-rich browser. Let's embark on this journey to reclaim the ease and efficiency of accessing Safari with a single tap, revitalizing your browsing experience on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 1: Open Settings

To begin the process of restoring Safari to your home screen, the first step is to open the "Settings" app on your iPhone or iPad. The "Settings" app serves as the control center for customizing various aspects of your device, including system preferences, app configurations, and security settings. It is represented by a gear icon and is typically located on the home screen of your device. Upon tapping the "Settings" icon, you will be greeted by a comprehensive array of options that enable you to tailor your device to your preferences and requirements.

Once you have located the "Settings" app icon, simply tap on it to launch the app. As the app opens, you will be presented with a clean and organized interface, featuring different sections and options that allow you to manage and personalize your device's settings. The intuitive layout of the "Settings" app ensures that users can easily navigate through the various categories and submenus, empowering them to make adjustments and configurations with ease.

Upon successfully opening the "Settings" app, you have taken the crucial first step towards bringing Safari back to your home screen. This initial action sets the stage for the subsequent steps that will ultimately lead to the seamless restoration of Safari's presence on your device's home screen. With the "Settings" app now accessible, you are poised to progress to the next step in this straightforward process, which will bring you closer to the convenience of having Safari readily available at your fingertips.

As you embark on this journey to reintegrate Safari onto your home screen, the act of opening the "Settings" app marks the inception of a user-friendly and empowering endeavor. With this foundational step completed, you are now prepared to navigate through the subsequent stages, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen. Let's proceed to the next step, where we will continue to guide you through the seamless process of reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2: Scroll down and tap on Safari

After successfully launching the "Settings" app, you will find yourself immersed in a realm of customizable options and configurations that cater to various aspects of your device. To proceed with the restoration of Safari to your home screen, the next step entails scrolling down within the "Settings" interface to locate and select the "Safari" option. This pivotal action will bring you closer to the seamless reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen, ensuring swift access to this indispensable web browser .

As you scroll down within the "Settings" app, you will encounter a diverse array of categories and options, each designed to empower users with the ability to personalize and optimize their device's settings. The intuitive design of the "Settings" interface ensures that navigating through the available options is a straightforward and user-friendly experience, allowing you to swiftly locate the desired features and configurations.

Upon reaching the "Safari" option within the "Settings" interface, you will be presented with a range of customizable settings and preferences specific to the Safari web browser. This includes options to manage privacy and security settings, customize the browsing experience, and configure various aspects of Safari to align with your preferences.

By tapping on the "Safari" option, you will gain access to a dedicated submenu that encompasses a wealth of features and settings tailored to enhance your browsing experience. This submenu serves as a gateway to a multitude of customization options, enabling you to tailor Safari to your specific needs and preferences.

As you delve into the "Safari" submenu within the "Settings" app, you are one step closer to the seamless restoration of Safari to your home screen. The act of tapping on "Safari" signifies a pivotal moment in this user-friendly process, setting the stage for the subsequent steps that will culminate in the successful reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen.

With the "Safari" submenu now accessible, you are poised to progress to the subsequent steps, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen. Let's proceed to the next step, where we will continue to guide you through the seamless process of reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 3: Toggle on "Add to Home Screen"

As you navigate through the "Safari" submenu within the "Settings" app, you will encounter a pivotal option that holds the key to restoring Safari to your home screen. This crucial feature, aptly labeled "Add to Home Screen," empowers you to seamlessly reintegrate Safari onto your device's home screen with just a few simple taps. By toggling this option, you will initiate the process of creating a direct shortcut to Safari, ensuring convenient access to the browser's full suite of features and functionalities.

Upon locating the "Add to Home Screen" option within the "Safari" submenu, you will be presented with a toggle switch that, when activated, enables the creation of a direct shortcut to Safari on your device's home screen. This intuitive feature streamlines the process of accessing Safari, eliminating the need to navigate through multiple menus or search for the app within your device's app library.

To proceed with the restoration of Safari to your home screen, simply tap the toggle switch adjacent to the "Add to Home Screen" option, thereby activating this essential feature. As you do so, you are setting in motion the seamless integration of Safari onto your device's home screen, paving the way for effortless access to the browser's robust capabilities and seamless browsing experience.

The act of toggling on "Add to Home Screen" represents a pivotal moment in this user-friendly process, marking a significant stride towards reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad. With this essential feature now activated, you are poised to progress to the subsequent steps, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen.

By toggling on "Add to Home Screen," you are taking a proactive step towards streamlining your browsing experience and ensuring that Safari is readily accessible with just a tap. This straightforward action sets the stage for the subsequent steps that will culminate in the successful reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen, empowering you to navigate the web, bookmark your favorite sites, and leverage the full potential of this feature-rich browser with unparalleled ease and convenience.

With the "Add to Home Screen" feature now activated, you are well-positioned to proceed to the next step, where we will guide you through the seamless process of customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut on your device's home screen. Let's continue this journey towards revitalizing your browsing experience by seamlessly reintegrating Safari onto your home screen.

Step 4: Customize the icon and name

After successfully toggling on the "Add to Home Screen" feature, you are now poised to embark on the next crucial step in the process of restoring Safari to your home screen. This pivotal stage empowers you to customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, allowing you to personalize its appearance and designation to align with your preferences and browsing habits.

Upon activating the "Add to Home Screen" feature, you will be presented with the option to customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut. This feature enables you to imbue the shortcut with a distinct visual identity and a recognizable name, ensuring that it stands out amidst the array of app icons on your device's home screen.

To customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, simply tap on the designated area where the icon preview is displayed. This action will prompt a menu to appear, offering you the flexibility to select a custom icon for the Safari shortcut. You can choose from a range of pre-existing icons or opt to create a personalized icon that resonates with your preferences and style.

In addition to customizing the icon, you also have the opportunity to modify the name of the Safari shortcut. By tapping on the name field, you can enter a distinctive title that accurately reflects the purpose of the shortcut, making it easily identifiable amidst your collection of app icons.

This customization process empowers you to infuse the Safari shortcut with a personalized touch, allowing you to tailor its appearance and name to align with your individual preferences and organizational preferences. Whether you opt for a visually striking icon or a descriptive name, this customization feature ensures that the Safari shortcut on your home screen is not only functional but also visually appealing and easily recognizable.

As you proceed with customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, you are actively shaping the visual representation of this essential tool, imbuing it with a distinct identity that resonates with your browsing habits and preferences. This personalized touch enhances the overall user experience, ensuring that the Safari shortcut seamlessly integrates into your device's home screen, ready to serve as your gateway to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

With the icon and name of the Safari shortcut now customized to your liking, you have taken a significant stride towards revitalizing your browsing experience and ensuring that Safari is readily accessible with a personalized touch. This customization process sets the stage for the final step in the seamless restoration of Safari to your home screen, where you will solidify the presence of the Safari shortcut and embark on a browsing journey enriched by convenience and personalization.

Step 5: Tap "Add" in the top right corner

After customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, the final step in the process of restoring Safari to your home screen involves tapping the "Add" option located in the top right corner of the screen. This pivotal action solidifies the presence of the Safari shortcut on your device's home screen, ensuring that it is seamlessly integrated and readily accessible for your browsing needs.

Upon tapping the "Add" option, you will witness the Safari shortcut being instantly added to your device's home screen, accompanied by the customized icon and name that you have meticulously tailored to your preferences. This swift and seamless process culminates in the successful restoration of Safari to your home screen, marking the culmination of a user-friendly and empowering journey to reclaim the accessibility and convenience of this essential web browser.

The "Add" option, positioned in the top right corner of the screen, serves as the gateway to finalizing the integration of the Safari shortcut onto your home screen. By tapping this option, you are affirming the customization choices you have made, ensuring that the Safari shortcut is prominently featured amidst your collection of app icons, ready to serve as your direct portal to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

As the Safari shortcut is added to your home screen, you will immediately notice its presence, adorned with the distinct icon and name that you have carefully selected. This visual representation of the Safari shortcut serves as a testament to your personalized browsing experience, reflecting your individual preferences and organizational habits.

With the Safari shortcut now prominently displayed on your device's home screen, you have successfully completed the process of restoring Safari to its rightful place, ensuring that it is readily accessible with just a tap. This user-friendly and straightforward method empowers you to streamline your browsing experience, enabling swift and convenient access to Safari's full suite of features and functionalities.

By tapping "Add" in the top right corner, you have solidified the presence of the Safari shortcut on your home screen, marking the successful culmination of this seamless process. With Safari now seamlessly integrated into your device's home screen, you are well-equipped to embark on a browsing journey enriched by convenience, personalization, and the full potential of this feature-rich web browser.

In conclusion, the process of restoring Safari to your home screen is a straightforward and empowering endeavor that ensures swift and convenient access to this essential web browser on your iPhone or iPad. By following the simple yet invaluable steps outlined in this guide, you have successfully reclaimed the accessibility and convenience of Safari, revitalizing your browsing experience and streamlining your interactions with the web.

From the initial step of opening the "Settings" app to the final action of tapping "Add" in the top right corner, each stage of the process has contributed to the seamless integration of Safari onto your device's home screen. The intuitive and user-friendly nature of this method ensures that users, regardless of their familiarity with Apple devices, can effortlessly restore Safari to its rightful place with just a few simple taps and customizations.

By navigating through the "Settings" app, toggling on the "Add to Home Screen" feature, and customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, you have actively shaped the visual representation of this essential tool, imbuing it with a distinct identity that resonates with your browsing habits and preferences. This personalized touch enhances the overall user experience, ensuring that the Safari shortcut seamlessly integrates into your device's home screen, ready to serve as your gateway to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

With the Safari shortcut now prominently displayed on your device's home screen, adorned with the distinct icon and name that you have carefully selected, you have successfully completed the process of restoring Safari to its rightful place. This user-friendly and straightforward method empowers you to streamline your browsing experience, enabling swift and convenient access to Safari's full suite of features and functionalities.

As you embark on your browsing journey enriched by convenience, personalization, and the full potential of this feature-rich web browser, the restored presence of Safari on your home screen serves as a testament to the seamless and empowering process that has culminated in the revitalization of your browsing experience. With Safari readily accessible with just a tap, you are well-equipped to navigate the web, bookmark your favorite sites, and leverage the full potential of this indispensable tool, ensuring that your browsing experience is enriched by convenience and personalization.

In essence, the restoration of Safari to your home screen is not merely a technical process but a transformative journey that empowers you to reclaim the accessibility and convenience of this essential web browser, ensuring that it seamlessly integrates into your daily interactions with your iPhone or iPad. With Safari at your fingertips, you are poised to embark on a browsing experience that is characterized by efficiency, personalization, and the seamless integration of this indispensable tool into your digital ecosystem.

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Safari is a browser app that comes preloaded on all iPhones and iPads. However, it’s possible to accidentally delete or hide the Safari app icon from your Home Screen. If the Safari icon has gone missing from your Home Screen, don’t worry. In this article, we’ll talk you through the best ways to find the Safari app on your device and put it back .

Adding Safari from the App Library

• As soon as you start typing, search results should begin to pop up on the screen.
• You can also browse the categories in the library until you find Safari. For instance, Safari may be located in the Utilities category.

Finding Safari in Spotlight Search

Unlocking Safari in Parental Controls

• At this point, if you have restrictions enabled, you’ll be prompted to enter your Screen Time passcode.
• If you want to quickly turn off all content restrictions , you can toggle off Content & Privacy Restrictions at the top of the screen.

Showing Hidden Home Screen Pages

• You can also touch and hold the row of dots at the bottom of your screen to make the icons start wiggling.

Doing a Home Screen Reset

Adding Safari Bookmarks to your Home Screen

• In the Add to Home Screen window, you can also customize the name of the bookmark if you like.

Expert Q&A

• If you want to add the Safari app icon to the dock on your iPhone, tap and hold the app icon on your Home Screen until it starts to wiggle. Then, drag it down to the dock. If you already have 4 apps in your dock, you’ll need to remove one to make room. You can use the same process on the iPad, but the iPad dock can hold many more apps than the iPhone dock. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 2

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How to Add Safari to Your iPhone Home Screen

Want to have easy access to Safari the moment you unlock your iPhone? Here's how to add it (back) to your Home Screen.

Did you accidentally remove the Safari app, and you're now wondering how to get Safari back on your iPhone's Home Screen? Look no further, as there are a few ways you can add Safari back to the Home Screen.

Fortunately, Apple doesn't allow deleting or uninstalling the Safari app since it's the native browser on iOS. So, it's not permanently gone from your iPhone.

So, if you removed the Safari app from your iPhone's Home Screen and cannot find it anywhere, this guide should help you put it back on the Home Screen.

1. Add Safari From the App Library

iPhones come with the App Library feature that shows you all the installed apps grouped in folders of their categories. If you've removed Safari from the Home Screen, you can check the App Library on your iPhone and add it from there.

• Swipe to the right-most Home Screen page on your iPhone until you reach the App Library .
• Tap the search bar on top and type Safari. The Safari app will appear in the search results.
• Long-press on Safari's icon and tap Add to Home Screen .

You can also drag the Safari app to the Home Screen if the Add to Home Screen button is missing from the menu.

2. Add Safari From Spotlight Search

Another way to add the Safari app back to the Home Screen is by searching for it using Spotlight. This feature lets you find apps, settings, contacts, and more.

Here's how you can use the Spotlight search feature to find and add the Safari app back to the Home Screen on your iPhone:

• Tap the Search icon at the bottom of your iPhone's Home Screen (above the dock).
• Type Safari, and you'll find the app in the search results.
• Tap and hold the Safari icon.
• Select Add to Home Screen .

Alternatively, you can drag the Safari app to one of your Home Screen pages from here.

3. Unrestrict Safari From Screen Time Settings

If you can't find Safari in the App Library or Spotlight search, it's likely because the app is restricted in the Screen Time settings. Follow the steps below to remove the Screen Time restriction for Safari on your iPhone:

• Launch Settings on your iPhone.
• Go to Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps .
• Toggle on the switch for Safari .

That's it. You should be able to see the Safari app on your Home Screen after toggling on the Safari switch. Editing your Screen Time settings is also one of the best ways to fix Safari not working on an iPhone .

4. Reset the Home Screen Layout

If none of the above methods worked, you should try resetting your iPhone's Home Screen layout. Doing this will delete any folders you've created on your Home Screen, and all the apps, including Safari, will return to their original location. Here's how you can do it:

• Open Settings on your iPhone.
• Go to General > Transfer or Reset > Reset .
• Choose the Reset Home Screen Layout option.

After doing this, you should see the Safari app back on your iPhone's Home Screen.

Put Safari Back on Your iPhone's Home Screen

Safari comes pre-installed on all Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. So, even if you accidentally removed the Safari app from your iPhone's Home Screen, it's not completely gone from your device.

You can easily fix this issue by adding the Safari app from the App Library, removing the screen time restriction for Safari, or resetting your iPhone's Home Screen layout. But if you still can't find Safari on your iPhone, it's time to report your issue to Apple.

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Just like Mail and Messages, Safari is a part of the app package that comes pre-installed on iOS and macOS. Safari is also the default browser on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Hence, you cannot Offload or delete Safari unlike a few other pre-loaded apps on iOS such as GarageBand, iMovie, Pages, and Keynote.

In case, Safari is missing from your iPhone then you might be looking to reinstall it. Well, you can’t reinstall Safari on iPhone because the app is already there on your iPhone or iPad. Moreover, you cannot update Safari from the App Store as it updates automatically when there is an iOS update.

That said if you can’t find Safari on your iOS device then you shouldn’t worry. The app is intact on your iPhone with all the settings and data including browsing data and logins. Possibly, Safari isn’t appearing just because you accidentally removed it from your home screen, moved it to an app folder, or disabled the app at some point in time.

Thankfully, you can easily add Safari back to the home screen and access it like before. Let’s find out how to restore Safari icon on iPhone running iOS 14 .

How to get Safari back on iPhone

Make use of one of the below ways to get the Safari icon back on your iPhone or iPad.

From App Library on iOS 14

• Go to the App Library and open the Utilities folder. [Refer: How to find iOS 14’s App Library ]
• Look for the Safari app.
• Press and hold an empty area on the screen until you see the jiggle mode.
• Tap the Safari app icon and drag it to one of your home screens.
• Tap ‘Done’ at the top-right corner after moving the app.

That’s it. Similarly, you can add other apps to the home screen in iOS 14 .

Using Search

Search for safari using spotlight search.

If Safari is missing from the iPhone home screen, then use Spotlight Search to see if the app is there in an app folder . This method also works with iOS 13.

To do so , swipe down the screen while you are on the home screen. Type Safari in the search box at the top. You can now see the particular app folder name in case Safari is residing in a certain folder. You can then normally move Safari from that folder to the home screen or some other app folder.

Look for Safari in the App Library

If you don’t see Safari in the Utilities app group then simply search for the app in the App Library.

To do so , swipe down on the App Library page and search for Safari. To put safari back on the iPhone dock, press and hold the Safari app icon and continue holding it until you can add the app back to the home screen. Then drag and place the app in the dock.

Alternatively , you can long-tap the Safari icon in App Libray and select “Add to Home Screen”. It’s worth noting that the add to home screen option won’t appear if Safari is already there on your home screen, in an app folder, or even on one of the hidden app pages in iOS 14.

Find missing Safari on hidden home screen pages

Safari may not show if you have hidden its app page for a cleaner look in iOS 14.

To find Safari on hidden home screen app pages, follow the steps below.

• Long-press an empty area on your home screen or an app page.

• Look for the hidden app page having the Safari app.

• Hit Done at the upper-right corner.

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Reset Home Screen Layout

This is certainly the easiest way to restore the home screen layout and appearance on your iPhone or iPad.

NOTE : We do not suggest using this method because it will re-arrange all your apps on the home screen and remove home screen widgets as well.

To restore the default home screen layout in iOS 15 , go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone . Select Reset > Reset Home Screen Layout and then tap “Reset Home Screen” to confirm.

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Unrestrict and Re-enable Safari on iPhone

Parental Controls on iOS allow users to restrict access to built-in apps. If you disable or turn off an app on your iPhone, the app is just temporarily hidden from your home screen.

In case you have disabled Safari, then you won’t be able to find it anywhere on your iPhone using the above-mentioned methods. To access the Safari browser again, you first need to enable the app. For this,

• Go to Settings > Screen Time.

• Enter passcode if asked and make sure the toggle next to Content & Privacy Restrictions is turned on.

Safari will now appear on your home screen and you can even find it through Search.

Hope you found this guide helpful.

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How to Put Safari Back in the Dock at Bottom of iPhone or iPad Home Screen

This has happened to many iPhone and iPad users; in some way or another, you have deleted your Safari app icon from the Dock on your Home Screen, and you want it back. Of course, deleting something is much easier than putting it back; after all, when you removed it, you knew where it was. This article will explain how to return your Safari icon to your Dock or Home Screen.

On your iPhone or iPad, the Safari icon is what you tap on in order to open your Safari browser. For many people, their browser is one of their most used apps, and so they like to keep their browser icon in a convenient place. You may have removed the icon by accident, or maybe you were trying out another browser like Firefox or Chrome. Whatever the case, we’ll show you how to get your Safari icon back.

Finding your Safari app icon

Generally, there are a couple of possibilities when you can’t find an app on your device:

• You deleted the app from your iPhone (iPad).
• You put the app icon on another page or removed it from the Home Screen.

However, some Apple apps like Safari can not be deleted from your iPhone or iPad. For Apple apps that can be deleted , you can download and reinstall them from the App Store .

Safari and all of the other apps currently installed on your iPhone or iPad, whether they are on your Home Screen or not, can be found in your App Library .

Putting Safari back

Here is how to get Safari from the App Library:

• On your iPhone or iPad, swipe left on your Home Screen pages until you get to the last page. Swipe left again to see your App Library.
• In the search field, type Safari .
• Tap on Add to Home Screen .
• If you have space in the Dock, Safari will appear there. Otherwise, Safari will appear on one of your Home Screens.
• Your right-most Home Screen will appear. If you want to drop it on one of your Home Screen pages, just keep dragging it until you get to the desired spot on the page, then release it.
• If you want it in your Dock at the bottom of your screen, drag it down to the Dock, position it where you would like and release.
• To reposition Safari, press and hold on the icon until all icons begin to wiggle. Then you can drag Safari to the desired location. Tap Done in the top-right corner of your screen.

The apps on your iPhone or iPad can be deleted, removed from the Home Screen or hidden (you can even hide entire Home Screen pages if you want to). If you need to recover deleted apps for your device, you should be able to download them again from the App Store (assuming they are still available).

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How to Add Safari to iPhone Home Screen: A Step-by-Step Guide

Adding Safari to your iPhone home screen is a breeze and can be done in just a few taps. By doing so, you’ll have quick access to your favorite web browser right from your main screen, saving you time and making your browsing experience more efficient.

Step by Step Tutorial: Adding Safari to iPhone Home Screen

Before we dive into the steps, let’s clarify what we’re aiming to achieve here. We’re going to create a shortcut on your iPhone’s home screen that will open Safari directly, so you can get to your favorite sites faster than ever. Ready? Let’s go!

Step 1: Open Safari

Open the Safari app on your iPhone.

When you open Safari, make sure you’re on the page you want to create a shortcut for. This can be your homepage or any other webpage you frequently visit.

Step 2: Tap the Share Icon

• Tap the share icon at the bottom of the screen.

The share icon looks like a square with an arrow pointing upwards. It’s your gateway to many useful actions, including the one we need right now.

Step 3: Select ‘Add to Home Screen’

Scroll through the options and select ‘Add to Home Screen.’

You might need to swipe left on the bottom row of icons to find this option. It’s represented by a plus sign and the text ‘Add to Home Screen.’

Step 4: Name the Shortcut

• Name the shortcut and tap ‘Add.’

You’ll be prompted to name the shortcut before adding it. Choose a name that will help you remember what the shortcut is for. Keep it short and sweet!

Step 5: Rearrange the Shortcut

Hold and drag the Safari icon to your preferred spot on the home screen.

Like any app, you can move the Safari shortcut around. Press and hold the icon until it wiggles, then drag it to where you want it.

Once you’ve followed these steps, you’ll see the Safari icon appear on your home screen, just like any other app. Tap it, and voilà! You’ll be taken directly to the page you created the shortcut for. Easy, right?

Tips for Adding Safari to iPhone Home Screen

• Keep your shortcuts organized by grouping them in folders. This way, your home screen stays tidy.
• If you have multiple pages you access regularly, consider creating shortcuts for each to save even more time.
• You can delete a shortcut at any time by holding down the icon and selecting ‘Delete Bookmark.’
• Customize your shortcut’s name for easy identification. For instance, “News” could be for your favorite news website.
• Remember that these shortcuts will only open in Safari, so if you use another browser, this won’t redirect there.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i remove a safari shortcut from my home screen.

To remove a Safari shortcut, simply press and hold the icon until it starts shaking, then tap the ‘X’ that appears.

Can I add a Safari shortcut to someone else’s website?

Absolutely! You can create a Safari shortcut for any website, as long as you can open it in Safari.

Will the Safari shortcut show the website’s favicon?

Yes, it usually shows the favicon, which is the small icon you see in browser tabs next to the page title.

What if I don’t see the ‘Add to Home Screen’ option?

Make sure you’re scrolling through all the options in the share menu. Sometimes it’s hidden on the second page of actions.

Can I add Safari shortcuts to my iPad home screen too?

Yes, the process is the same for adding Safari shortcuts to an iPad home screen.

• Open Safari on your iPhone.
• Select ‘Add to Home Screen’ from the share menu.
• Rearrange the Safari icon on your home screen as desired.

There you have it, folks – adding Safari to your iPhone home screen is as simple as pie! Not only does it make accessing your most-visited sites a snap, but it also helps in keeping your digital life organized and efficient. With your new Safari shortcuts, you’re just one tap away from the content you love, without the hassle of navigating through menus and apps.

Now that you’re a pro at adding shortcuts, why stop at Safari? You can apply this nifty trick to other frequently used apps and tools on your iPhone. Get creative, personalize your home screen, and enhance your productivity. And if you ever feel like changing things up, remember that it’s just as easy to remove or edit your shortcuts.

Happy browsing, and here’s to a more convenient and streamlined iPhone experience!

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How To Add Safari Back To The Home Screen Of iPhone & iPad?

Safari is an iPhone and iPad default browser that comes pre-installed. You can’t uninstall it, as it’s integrated with the OS. However, there have been a few cases where users cannot locate their browser on the home screen.

If your Safari browser isn’t on your home screen, don’t be afraid. You can try these to add Safari back to the home screen of iPhone and iPad – By checking Safari in the application library and moving it , finding it in the hidden home screen pages , unrestricting Safari from privacy restrictions , searching from the spotlight search , and finally trying the home screen reset .

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How to Add Safari Back to the Home Screen of Your iPhone or iPad?

Just know the app is still available on your iPhone, along with all of its configurations and data, such as login information and browsing history.

Maybe, Safari isn’t showing up because you mistakenly removed it from your home screen by relocating it to an app folder or disabling it.

Whatever the case may be, let’s find out how to follow the above techniques to restore Safari to the home screen.

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If the app is absent from your Home Screen, it may still be available in the App Library. To restore it, you need to follow the steps below.

1. Go to the App Library page (last page in right swipe)

2. select the Utility folder.

3. Locate the Safari browser application.

4. Hold down a blank spot on the screen until the jiggle mode appears.

5. Drag the Safari app from the App Library folder to your home screen.

6. After moving the app, click ‘Done’ in the top-right corner.

You may search manually if you cannot locate Safari on the App Library page. Move down the App Library page and then type Safari into the Search field.

It will display the tab in which Safari resides. So, you’ll drag and drop the Safari App to the home screen.

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The iPhone allows you to conceal applications from the home screen by establishing hidden home pages and relocating the applications there.

If you accidentally disabled Safari using this option, it will no longer appear in the Spotlight or App Library. The only way is to navigate to the hidden page and delete the program.

The following procedures will uncover the Safari app from the home screen pages:

• Hold the blank area on your home page.
• This action will open the Edit Pages panel.
• At the bottom of your screen, tap on the Menu horizontal 3dots icon.
• In the top right, click the Done command. Examine Hidden pages to determine if Safari is installed.
• If the Browser page is hidden, allow the checkmark to reveal it.

Now Safari is accessible, and you can restore it to your iPhone’s home screen.

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The iPhone has a Parental Control function that enables adults to restrict children from accessing particular apps.

If an application is hidden using this stringent technique, it cannot be accessed using any proposed methods. The only method to resolve this issue is to delete the application from this list.

To remove Safari’s privacy restriction, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to your device’s settings, then go to the Screen Time section.

2. Tap Content and Privacy Restrictions and enter your device’s passcode.

3. Select Allowed Apps from the drop-down menu.

4. Click the toggle next to the Safari app to enable it.

Therefore, you’ve freed Safari, which can now be visible on your device.

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The spotlight search tool enables you to locate your favorite programs and files on your iPhone. This method is the simplest when looking for any app.

Here’s how to add the Safari app on your home screen via the spotlight search:

1. To access Spotlight, swipe down on your home screen.

2. Enter Safari and click just on the Safari browser in the search results.

3. It will take you to the application’s location, sometimes known as a folder or page.

4. Drag and drop your Safari app to the Home Screen to complete the operation.

Check your iPhone or iPad to see if the Safari app is available on the home screen.

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If none of the available methods worked for you, you might want to explore doing a home screen reset. This action will restore the arrangement to its default state, with Apple Safari taking up residence on your Home Screen.

This option eliminates all home screen widgets and adjustments after restoring the home screen.

The following are the processes for resetting the iPhone home screen:

1. Open the Settings app then the General page on your device.

2. From the Reset menu, select Reset Home Screen Layout.

3. Select the option to Reset the Home Screen.

These processes will reconfigure the layout, and you’ll see the Safari app on your Home Screen again.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Currently, iPad OS does not enable widgets within apps nor includes an app library. The only alternative to see widgets at a glimpse is to choose the keep today view on Home Screen. That puts the widgets on the Home Screen page.

Yes. You can get the App Library on your iPad. It sorts your apps into categories like Work and Gaming and an innovative classification known as Suggestions. App Library consolidates all of your iPad apps into a single, easy-to-navigate display.

How to Use the App Library to Find and Open Apps?

Swipe left from the Home Screen until you reach the App Library. The App Library arranges your apps by category.

Your commonly used apps will appear as huge icons that you may click to open straight. Tap the collection of small app icons to display all the applications in that category.

Additionally, you can press the App Library search area to view an alphabetized list of all of your installed applications.

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Add applications to the App Library .

Rather than concealing a tab on your Home Screen, you can relocate specific apps to the App Library.

• Hold your finger on the app.
• Select the Remove App option.
• Remove off the Home Screen
• Navigate to the App Library and select the search area to get started.
• Scroll through to locate the one you want to eliminate.
• To delete an app, tap and hold the app icon, then tap the icon for Delete App Bin.
• To confirm, hit Delete once again.

If you cannot deactivate an application not built by Apple, disable parental controls and then continue to erase the program.

How to organize your Home Screen pages?

You can conceal pages, reshuffle them, or transfer applications to the App Library. Also, you may modify the layout of your iPad Home Screen to fit your productivity.

• Hold your finger on an empty region of your Home Screen.
• Near the bottom of your screen, click the dots.
• Press the circle beneath the page you want to hide.
• Click Done.
• On your Home Screen, long press an empty spot.
• Beneath your screen, tap the dots.
• Rearrange a page by dragging it.
• Hit the Done button.

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How to Change Where New Apps Are Downloaded ?

You may customize the location of newly downloaded apps on your iPad, as well as show or hide the notifications displayed in the App Library.

Go to Settings, then Home Screen and Dock to customize the settings.

This guide concludes our explanation of restoring Safari to your iPhone’s home screen. We’ve discussed five distinct techniques for accomplishing the same thing.

In my case, the app was there within the App’s Library Utility folder. Furthermore, you can try any approach to restore Safari to your home screen.

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How to Put Safari Back on Home Screen: 5 Recommended Methods

Apple users are familiar with the Safari app. It is a built-in web browser on Apple devices that helps many users find and search for the things they need. But there are instances when this app disappears on iPhone users' home screens, and they do not know what to do about it. This error could be because you changed your Settings or accidentally moved it to other places. But don't sweat it up! You can quickly put this app back on your home screen with the methods mentioned in this post.

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If an app is hidden through the restrictive measures, you won’t be able to view it whatever you do. So, it is necessary to check if the Safari app is added to Privacy Restriction’s Whitelist is necessary. Here are the steps you can follow to add the Safari app to the Privacy Restriction whitelist:

Step 1 Firstly, head to the Settings of your iPhone. Then, select Screen Time .

Step 2 On the Screen Time section, tap Content & Privacy Restrictions from the list.

Step 3 Now, on the next page, navigate to Allowed Apps . Finally, turn on the toggle button next to the Safari option. That’s it!

When you do this, the Safari app will appear on your iPhone home screen again. If this method didn’t work for you, try the following technique in the next part of this post.

To restore your iPhone's home screen layout and appearance, you need to reset it in the Settings. This is another method to return the Safari app on your device’s home screen and return it to its default position, so you can easily find it. To do this, follow the steps provided below:

Step 1 First off, go to the Settings app on your iPhone device.

Step 2 Next, select General  > Transfer or Reset iPhone .

Step 3 Then, select and tap the Reset option at the bottom of your screen.

Step 4 Lastly, choose Reset Home Screen Layout from the drop-down list that will appear.

That’s how you can reset your iPhone home screen. But note that it will re-arrange all your apps and remove the widgets you’ve set up. If you don’t want something like this, try the following method to put the Safari back on your home screen through spotlight search.

If you can’t find your application on your iPhone home screen, you can try to search it on the Spotlight Search. This feature allows you to search apps from your device. If your Safari app has disappeared, search it, and add it again on your home screen or your desired location or folder. This method also works on the iOS 13 version. And here’s how to use it:

Step 1 First, swipe down or left until you see the Spotlight Search section.

Step 2 After which, search Safari from the search bar. And if you see it, press and hold it.

Step 3 Then, select and tap Add to Home Screen from the drop-down menu, and it will immediately bring back your Safari app on your device.

If you do this method, you can choose where you want to move the app, whether on your home screen or app folder. But, if this approach didn’t work, learn another method you can try.

One commendable thing about an iPhone is that you can set up different pages and even hide some of them. If you can’t see your Safari app from the App Library or Spotlight Search, it could be located on a home screen page that you hide. But do not worry. You can unhide it to reaccess your Safari app. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1 First, long-press an empty part on your app page or home screen.

Step 2 Then, tap the Page Dot  in the Edit Page  at the bottom of your screen.

Step 3 Now, look for the hidden app page that contains your Safari app. The page that has no check mark is the hidden page.

Step 4 Next, click the empty circle below the page where the Safari app is located. Finally, select Done . That’s it!

Now, find the page you have added on your home screen. If you found it, you have successfully unhidden it and can use your Safari app now. But, if not, jump straight to another method you can try.

You can’t find or view your Safari app because of unknown issues with your iOS system. So the ultimate tool you can use to fix it and bring back the Safari app on your home screen is FoneLab iOS System Recovery . This program allows users to effectively and professionally fix problems on your iOS system. You also have two repair modes, where you can select between Standard Mode or Advanced Mode. Do not worry. It is easy to comprehend and use. Utilize this tool to resolve issues on your iOS system and bring back your Safari on the iPhone home screen.

Here’s the whole process to know how to use it for your needs:

Step 1 First and foremost, download and install FoneLab iOS System Recovery . After the installation procedure, it will open immediately.

Step 2 Then, select iOS System Recovery from the functions on the tool's main interface.

Step 3 Subsequently, you will see all the issues you can resolve using this program. To begin, hit the button Start .

Step 4 In the next window, select the repair type you want for your iOS device: Standard Mode or Advanced Mode .

But note that Advanced Mode will erase your data on your iOS device.

Step 5 Now, click the Confirm button to verify your decision. Then follow the on-screen procedure that will appear to complete the process. And there you go!

That’s all about using FoneLab iOS System Recovery to put back the Safari app on your iPhone home screen. Whatever issues you have on your iOS device, such as iPhone black screen , iPad white screen , iPhone keep restarting, etc., you can fix them with the help of this reliable tool. So try the tool by downloading it for free!

1. How to remove Safari from iPad?

To remove the Safari app from your iPad, navigate the app. Then, press and hold the Safari app. Next, from the pop-up menu that will appear, select Remove app . Finally, a message will appear on your screen to confirm your decision and select Remove from Home Screen . That's it!

2. How to uninstall Safari on iPhone?

Unfortunately, you can't uninstall the Safari app on your iPhone because it is deeply integrated into iOS. You will not be able to find it on the App Store since it can't be deleted entirely and reinstalled. Yet, you can easily remove it from your home screen.

3. How can I add Safari to my iPhone home screen from the App Library?

To put the Safari back on your iPhone home screen when you see it on the App Library first is to open the App Library , then find your Safari from it. When you see the app, press and hold it until the pop-up menu appears. Finally, select Add to Home Screen . And Safari app will immediately be back on your home screen.

To wrap it up, these are the dependable techniques you can perform to put the Safari app back on your iPhone home screen. With a guarantee that these methods are still available and working. And if you have any problems experiencing your iOS system, resulting in not functioning well and missing some of your apps, you can rely on FoneLab iOS System Recovery . We highly recommend this tool for your needs.

If you have any questions or suggestions, write them in the comment section below. It is our pleasure to hear something from you.

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What to Know

• Turning on dark mode in system preferences will enable the mode for compatible websites.
• If a website has a  Reader  button on the left side of the search field, click it to go dark.
• Use a Safari extension to enable dark mode on all websites. We recommend Night Eye and Dark Reader

This article covers three options to enable and disable Safari's Dark Mode on your Mac: via system preferences, by using Safari Reader View and using a browser extension.

How to Turn on Safari's Dark Mode via MacOS

At night, black text on white backgrounds is particularly tough on your eyes. It's very simple to switch on Dark Mode for your Mac. It doesn't just turn on Dark Mode for Safari, it does so for all your apps but that's perfect for protecting your eyes late at night or in dim lighting conditions.

Dark Mode is only available in macOS Mojave or later.

Click the Apple icon on the top left of your screen.

Click System Preferences.

Click General .

Click Dark .

If you want the dark appearance to only appear at night, you can click Auto for it to automatically adjust as the day progresses.

All websites that have been designed to support Dark Mode will now show in a darker form than before.

How to Switch off Safari Dark Mode

Switched on Dark Mode and realized you don't like it? It's simple to switch it back off.

As above, click the Apple icon on the top left of your screen and then choose System Preferences > General .

Click Light .

MacOS and Safari will now return to the light background permanently until you choose to switch it over again. 

How to Use Safari Reader View to Turn on Dark Mode

Depending on the website you're viewing, the only thing that may go dark with MacOS's Dark Mode is the buttons and menus around the website. To ensure the site goes fully dark to protect your eyes, you need to use Safari's Reader View.

Safari Reader View only works on certain websites. Often, this is restricted to blog posts and other text-heavy websites. It's worth using when able to though. 

On the website you want to view, click the Reader button on the left side of the search field.

This only appears on websites that support Safari Reader View.

Click the letter button on the right side of the search field.

Click the black background to change the background color. 

You can also adjust font size and font choice here.

The background has now been changed to a dark one with white text. 

Click away from the article to revert back to the original look or press the Escape key on your keyboard.

How to Use a Dark Mode Extension in Safari

The above solutions work only on a limited number of websites. If you want to enable Dark Mode for every website, you need to use a Safari extension. Many of these cost money but they can be useful. We recommend using either Night Eye which is free but limited or paying a one-off fee for Dark Reader. The process is the same for both extensions.

Install either Night Eye or Dark Reade r from the Mac App Store .

Open Safari then click Safari > Preferences .

Click the Extensions tab.

Check the box next to your newly installed extension to enable Dark Mode.

Both of these extensions should convert the vast majority of websites to Dark Mode as and when you need it.

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Safari User Guide

• Change your homepage
• Import bookmarks, history, and passwords
• Make Safari your default web browser
• Go to websites
• Find what you’re looking for
• Bookmark webpages that you want to revisit
• See your favorite websites
• Use tabs for webpages
• Pin frequently visited websites
• Play web videos
• Mute audio in tabs
• Pay with Apple Pay
• Autofill credit card info
• Autofill contact info
• Keep a Reading List
• Hide ads when reading articles
• Translate a webpage
• Download items from the web
• Share or post webpages
• Add passes to Wallet
• Save part or all of a webpage
• Print or create a PDF of a webpage
• Customize a start page
• Customize the Safari window
• Customize settings per website
• Zoom in on webpages
• Get extensions
• Manage cookies and website data
• Block pop-ups
• Clear your browsing history
• Browse privately
• Autofill user name and password info
• Prevent cross-site tracking
• View a Privacy Report
• Change Safari preferences
• Keyboard and other shortcuts
• Troubleshooting

Customize the Safari browser window on Mac

You can change the layout of Safari bars, buttons, and bookmarks to suit your browsing style.

Open Safari for me

Use the Favorites bar

Show the status bar, customize the toolbar.

Change the items in the toolbar: Choose View > Customize Toolbar, then add, remove, and rearrange toolbar items by dragging them. For example, you can add an iCloud Tabs button that shows a list of webpages open on your other devices that have Safari turned on in iCloud preferences .

Quickly rearrange toolbar buttons: Press and hold the Command key, then drag buttons right or left. This shortcut doesn’t work for the Back/Forward, Sidebar, Home, History, or Downloads buttons, or the Smart Search field .

Remove a toolbar item: Press and hold the Command key, then drag the item out of the toolbar.

Show or hide the toolbar in full-screen view: While in full-screen view, choose View > Always Show Toolbar in Full Screen.

Customize the tab bar

Choose where to put tabs.

Compact: Tabs move up to the toolbar. The active tab is the Smart Search field .

Separate: Tabs remain in the tab bar, under the toolbar.

See Change Tabs preferences in Safari .

To customize Safari even more, choose Safari > Preferences, then change options.

How-To Geek

How to change the safari home page on a mac.

Tired of opening Safari and seeing Favorites? Here's how to set your homepage to your favorite website in Safari on Mac.

Traditionally, a homepage is the first website your browser loads when you start it. But by default, Safari on Mac opens up a window of Favorites instead. If you'd like Safari to start with a website of your choice, follow these simple steps.

First, open the Safari web browser by clicking its icon in the dock, by using Spotlight Search , or by selecting it from the macOS Applications folder . From there, navigate to the page you'd like to use as your home page. It can be any website you want.

In the menu bar at the top of the screen, select Safari > Preferences.

In Preferences > General, click the "Set to Current Page" button. This changes your home page to the current website Safari has open.

After clicking the button, the address in the "Homepage" field will change to the address of the current page.

Next, we'll make it so you see your home page when you open Safari. In Preferences > General, click the drop-down menu beside the "New Windows Open With" listing.

In the drop-down menu, select the "Homepage" option.

If desired, you can repeat the same step with the "New Tabs Open With" option. In that case, every time you open a new tab, you'll see your home page.

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