If you’re using an outdated version of Safari, it could be the reason why it’s running slowly. To check for updates, open the App Store on your Mac and click the Updates tab. If there’s an update available for Safari, click the Update button next to it.
2) Quit and relaunch Safari
If Safari is still running slowly after checking for updates, try quitting the app and relaunching it. To do this, press Command + Q on your keyboard or click the Safari menu and select Quit. Once Safari has been relaunched, see if it’s running any faster.
3) Clear your browsing history and cookies
Over time, your browsing history and cookies can accumulate and slow down Safari. Clearing these out can help speed things up. To clear your browsing history, click the Safari menu and select Clear History. To clear your cookies, click the Safari menu and select Preferences. Then, click the Privacy tab and select the option to Remove All Website Data.
4) Disable extensions
If you have a lot of extensions installed, they can slow down Safari. To see which extensions are installed, click the Safari menu and select Preferences. Then, click the Extensions tab. If there are any extensions that you don’t need, disable them by unchecking the box next to them.
5) Enable the Develop menu
The Develop menu can help you troubleshoot issues with Safari. To enable it, click the Safari menu and select Preferences. Then, click the Advanced tab and check the box next to Show Develop menu in menu bar.
6) Use the Activity Monitor
The Activity Monitor can help you identify which processes are taking up the most resources. To open it, press Command + Space on your keyboard to open Spotlight. Then, type “Activity Monitor” and press Enter.
In the Activity Monitor, select the CPU tab. This will show you a list of processes and how much of the CPU they’re using. If you see a process that’s using a lot of CPU, you can try quitting the associated app.
7) Disable JavaScript
JavaScript can slow down Safari. To disable it, click the Safari menu and select Preferences. Then, click the Security tab and uncheck the box next to Enable JavaScript.
8) Use Reader mode
Reader mode can help speed up Safari by removing ads and other unnecessary content from web pages. To use it, click the Safari menu and select Preferences. Then, click the Websites tab and scroll down to the bottom. Under the Plug-ins section, select the option to On demand. This will allow you to enable Reader mode on a per-page basis.
9) Use a different web browser
If Safari is still running slowly after trying all of the above, you may want to try using a different web browser. Firefox and Chrome are both good alternatives to Safari.
10) Contact Apple support
If you’ve tried all of the above and Safari is still running slowly, you may need to contact Apple support.
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10 Fixes When Safari Running Slow on Your Mac
If you have a lot of tabs open, close some of them
When you have a lot of tabs open in Safari, it can start to run slow. To help speed things up, close some of the tabs you’re not using. This will free up memory and processing power, making Safari run faster.
Try using a different DNS server
If you’re using Safari and you’re finding that it’s running slow, one potential fix is to try using a different DNS server. DNS is the system that translates website addresses into IP addresses, so it’s an essential part of browsing the web.
If your DNS server is slow, it can cause Safari to load slowly as well. There are a number of public DNS servers you can use, such as Google DNS or Cloudflare DNS. To change your DNS server, you’ll need to go into your network settings and update the DNS server address.
Check your extensions and plugins
If you’re noticing that Safari is running slowly on your Mac, one of the first things you should check is your extensions and plugins. While these can be very useful, they can also cause performance issues if they’re not up to date or not compatible with your version of Safari. Try disabling or removing any that you don’t absolutely need, and see if that speeds things up.
Disable JavaScript
JavaScript is a programming language that enables interactive web features, such as websites that change content based on user input. However, JavaScript can also slow down your web browsing experience, especially if it’s not optimized for your Mac.
To disable JavaScript in Safari, open the Preferences menu and click on the Security tab. Then, uncheck the box next to Enable JavaScript.
If you find that you need to enable JavaScript for certain websites, you can always do so on a case-by-case basis by clicking the Safari menu and selecting Preferences. Then, click on the Security tab and select the website that you want to enable JavaScript for.
Check your computer for viruses
If your Safari browser is running slow, one potential reason could be that your computer is infected with a virus. Viruses can cause all sorts of performance issues on your computer, so it’s always a good idea to run a virus scan if you suspect that might be the case. There are a number of different antivirus programs available, so you can choose whichever one you prefer. Once you’ve installed the software, run a full scan of your system to see if any viruses are detected. If so, you can remove them and hopefully see a speed boost in Safari.
Use a private browsing window
When Safari is running slow on your Mac, one thing you can try is to use a private browsing window. This will create a new window that doesn’t track your browsing history or keep any cookies from your previous browsing sessions. To do this, simply click on the File menu and choose New Private Window.
If you find that your Safari is still running slow after trying a private browsing window, move on to the next fix.
Empty your caches
Assuming you’ve tried all of the other tips on this list and Safari is still running slow, one potential culprit could be your caches. Over time, these can start to build up and slow down your browser. Luckily, it’s easy to clear your caches in Safari. Just go to the Safari menu and select “Clear History and Website Data.” Confirm the action and your caches will be cleared.
disable location services
If you’re noticing that Safari is running slowly on your Mac, one potential reason could be that you have location services enabled. While location services can be useful in some cases, they can also drain your battery and slow down your Safari browsing experience. If you don’t need location services, you can disable them by going to your System Preferences and then selecting Privacy. From there, you can click on Location Services and turn it off.
Restart your computer
One of the best ways to speed up Safari is to restart your computer. This will clear out any junk that has accumulated in the Safari browser and allow it to start fresh. If you find that Safari is still running slow after restarting your computer, you may need to try some of the other fixes on this list.
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1. Update Your Software
2. Quit and Relaunch Safari
3. Delete Safari Preferences
4. Reset Safari
5. Disable Safari Extensions
6. Check for Infections
7. Delete History and Website Data
8. Use a Different Browser
9. Reinstall macOS
10. Contact Apple
If you’re experiencing slow performance with Safari on your Mac, there are a few potential fixes you can try. First, make sure you’re running the latest version of Safari. If you’re still having trouble, try clearing your browser cache or resetting Safari. You can also try disabling Safari Extensions or disabling JavaScript. If none of these solutions work, you may need to reinstall Safari.
