How to check if javascript is enabled in safari

Updated at: Mar 24, 2022

This guide will step you through the process of getting JavaScript enabled in Safari on macOS.

1. Click on the "Security" tab

   The Safari Preferences screen has a number of sections, indicated by the various options along the top of the screen (General/Tabs/AutoFill etc). Click the Security item to see security related options.

   

2. Click the "Enable JavaScript" checkbox

   If the checkbox has a tick symbol it means JavaScript is already enabled; if the checkbox has no tick and is empty, JavaScript will not be enabled in Safari.

3. Close the "Preferences" window

   Now that you have successfully enabled JavaScript, simply click the red dot in the top left of the window to close the "Preferences" window and resume web browsing. The next time you load a webpage, your new setting will take effect.

JavaScript is now enabled

Congratulations, you just enabled JavaScript. You can check that JavaScript is enabled.

• Enable Cookies
• Enable JavaScript

Enable cookies in Mozilla Firefox

Cookies are enabled by default in the latest version of Firefox.

How do I change Cookie settings in Mozilla Firefox

1. Launch Firefox from your desktop or Dock.
   
   
2. From the main menu at the top of your screen, click Firefox and then Preferences...
   
3. Select the Privacy panel.
   
4. Set Firefox will: to Use custom settings for histor..
   
5. Check mark Accept cookies from sites to enable cookies, and uncheck it to disable them.
   • If you are troubleshooting problems with cookies, make sure Accept third party cookies is also not set to Never.
6. Choose how long cookies are allowed to be stored:
   • Keep until:
   • They Expire: Each cookie will be removed when it reaches its expiration date, which is set by the site that sent the cookie.
   • I close Firefox: The cookies that are stored on your computer will be removed when Firefox is closed.
7. Close the about: preferences page. Any changes you've made will automatically be saved.
Continue on to JavaScript.

Enable JavaScript in Mozilla Firefox

Firefox is enabled by default in the latest version of Firefox.

F.A.Q

Why do I need JavaScript enabled on Apple Safari?

Apple Safari comes built-in with a JavaScript engine that makes website elements interactive. And while it isn't actually necessary that you enable it to use your Safari browser, it's something that you'll perhaps want to do to enjoy a seamless browsing experience. Otherwise, many websites you visit will appear broken or won't even work.

How do I know if JavaScript is working on Apple Safari?

JavaScript is enabled by default in Apple Safari, but you can verify if yours is active through the Safari tab. To do this, simply click on "Safari" at the top left of your screen to expand the Menu. Next, click on Preferences to reveal the Safari Preferences section. Now that you're in the Preferences section, find and click the "Security" tab to access the "Enable JavaScript" checkbox. If the checkbox has a tick symbol, it means JavaScript is active and working.

What happens if I disable JavaScript on Apple Safari?

Millions of websites use JavaScript to display interactive elements, such as animations, special effects and more. If you browse them with JavaScript disabled in your Apple Safari, then you probably won't have the full experience that you normally would. Some JavaScript-based websites may appear dull or static, while others may not even work at all.

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