How to turn on javascript on 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.

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This guide will step you through the process of getting JavaScript enabled in Safari on an iPhone or iPad.

1. Open the "Settings" App

   The controls to reset Safari aren't actually inside Safari! They're in the Settings app.

   Go to your iPhone's Home Screen and tap the Settings app.

2. Scroll down to the "Safari" menu item and tap it

   Scroll the screen down until you see Safari, and then tap on it.

   

   Tapping on the Safari menu item will open up the settings screen for Safari.

3. Tap the "Advanced" menu item

   After you tap the Safari option, you'll then see a big list of settings relating to the Safari app. Scroll down to find the Advanced item - which will be right at the bottom of the list.

   Tapping this will display advanced settings for Safari.

4. Change the setting to enable JavaScript

   On the Advanced settings for Safari screen, you'll see a few options. Near the middle is the option for enabling or disabling JavaScript for Safari on your iPhone or iPad. To enable JavaScript, slide the switch to the right.

JavaScript is now enabled

Congratulations, you just enabled JavaScript. Tap here to confirm that JavaScript is now enabled.

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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