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JavaScript is not Working In Safari: 3 Ways to Fix It
Fix JavaScript in Safari on iOS and macOS
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Updated onJuly 9, 2024
updated onJuly 9, 2024
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Is JavaScript not working on Safari? If you are a Mac or iPhone/iPad user and facing this problem, this article can help you.
Below, we’ll explore why this happens, but first, let’s see how we can fix it:
How do I fix JavaScript on Safari?
1. Disable third-party extensions
1.1 Disable third-party extensionson macOS
1.2 Disable on iOS
Last year, Apple brought extension support for Safari on both iPhone and iPad. Disabling some like ad script blockers may fix JavaScript not working on Safari on iPad or iPhone.
2. Clear browsing data
2.1 On macOS
2.2 On iOS
Clearing browsing data will not only fix the problem on macOS but also fix JavaScript not working issue on iPhone.
3. Update Safari
3.1 Update on Mac
On older macOS, Safari gets an update with the OS. However, on any version of modern macOS, Safari gets separate updates.
3.2 Update on iPhone/iPad
Updating the browser as well as the macOS and iPad OS will both help to get rid of JavaScript-related issues on Safari.
4.Try another browser
You can consider using a different web browser if the problem repeats itself. For this, we suggestOperaOne, a very lightweight and fast browser with a lot of privacy and security settings.
Being based on Chromium, it is more compatible and robust than Safari. Opera One is available on both macOS and iOS, with the capacity of translating JavaScript language more accurately.
Opera One
Is JavaScript disabled on Safari?
By default, Safari and all othermodern web browserskeep JavaScript enabled. In fact, JS is an essential component of any modern website.
If there is no JS, we would see less functional, less user-friendly websites out there.
Why is JavaScript not working in Safari?
If JavaScript doesn’t work on Safari, then there is something wrong. We have found the following reasons why JavaScript may not work on this browser:
How do I make sure JavaScript is enabled?
On macOS:
On iOS:
You may notice that JavaScript is enabled on Safari, but it is not working. If it happens to you, the methods mentioned below will solve the problem.
These are the best ways to fix javascript not working in Safari. You can share any other methods in the comment box that can help others.
More about the topics:Browser errors,Safari Browser
Hasibul Kabir
Windows Software Expert
Hasibul Kabir is a Tech-Enthusiast Blogger, Web Developer & Hobbyist Game Developer. Writing about Technology, mainly Windows, Mac, iOS, etc., is his main focus, besides doing some computer science-related work.
He loves exploring new technology and presenting it with simple words to the audience. When not at work, Hasibul plays video games, explores nature, tastes delicious foods, or learns new things.
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Hasibul Kabir
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He’s a tech enthusiast, web developer & hobbyist game developer with a keen eye for Windows errors & bugs.
