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Safari is the native browser on Apple devices. While it's usually fast, sometimes Safari can be slow or laggy. When this happens, it can be bothersome, and some might even download another third-party browser.

If you're noticing that Safari is running slow on your iPhone, there are several things you can do to speed it up again. Give these tips a try, and hopefully, Safari will be at full speed in no time.

Check Your Internet Speed

Before passing the blame on Safari, it might be a good idea to check your internet speed. That way, you can make sure Safari is the issue and rule out anything else before continuing.

If you're connected to Wi-Fi, open another computer or device on the same Wi-Fi network, then head to Speedtest's site and check your internet speed. You won't want to do this on your iPhone, as Safari issues can slow your connection time, giving you a false negative.

If your internet speed is fast, then Safari is the issue, and it's time to fix it.

1. Close All Your Safari Tabs

Safari can usually handle a lot of bandwidth and keep many pages open. However, some websites drain Safari data. By closing all the currently open tabs, you can confirm if one of the open websites was using too much data.

To close all the tabs on Safari, open Safari and hold the Tab button in the bottom right-hand corner. A prompt will appear for you to close all the tabs. Once this appears, hit Close All Tabs . Then, give Safari a try again.

2. Clear Your Browsing History and Data

If clearing the tabs didn't fix the issue, you can reset Safari and clear up the cache, speeding it up in the process. To clear Safari, head to Settings > Safari > Clear History and Data .

Once you do this, relaunch Safari and see if it's loading up pages quickly enough. If it's faster for a little while but begins to slow down again, proceed to the next tip.

3. Check Your iPhone's Storage

If your iPhone storage is almost full, that means it can't handle much else. Safari, like most apps, uses device storage to store data from the app. And low storage means Safari won't have enough memory to work.

This is why some users find Safari temporarily faster once they clear their browsing history and data. However, some users might have used so much storage that Safari might not even speed up when you clear the cache.

Luckily, it's easy to check if this is an issue. All you need to do is head to Settings > General > Storage and see how much space your iPhone has used. And if it's almost full, you might have to delete some large files.

However, if you don't want to lose precious data, consider signing up for a paid iCloud plan .

4. Reset Network Settings

When all else fails, you can reset your iPhone's Network Settings. Doing this will reset all network-related connections on your iPhone, hopefully speeding up Safari in the process. Head to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings to do this.

Once you do this, you'll need to set up your network connections again. This means re-entering your Wi-Fi passwords. However, it can clear up a lot of bugs, so it is worth a try if all else fails. You can also reset your iPhone to factory settings as a last resort.

Browse Seamlessly in Safari

Safari comes pre-installed on all Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. And since it's the native browser, it works seamlessly across all your apps and Apple devices.

While switching to a third-party browser like Chrome might seem tempting when Safari is slow or lagging, you'll miss out on a seamless experience. So, it's worth taking the time to fix whatever issue you're facing.

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How to Fix Slow Safari on iPhone in iOS 17

While there is no dearth of browsers in the market, Apple Safari stands out on many fronts. Whether it’s a plethora of security and privacy features, seamless integration with iDevices, or unmatched efficiency, it’s got you fully covered as a browser. Not to mention, Safari also boasts an impressive library of extensions to amp up the customization game.

For all these impressive pros, the browser has had a fair share of issues including sluggishness. That’s why I thought it would be better to talk about some of the best tips to fix slow-moving Safari on iPhone.

Why is Safari So Slow on My iPhone and iPad? 

Before moving ahead, let’s check out all the possible reasons why Safari tends to become slow. Apart from an outdated version of the software, you can blame the pileup of cache and website data for the sluggish of Safari.

If the browser hasn’t got a cleanup for a long time, the devil could be hidden just in there. That aside, you can also curse miscellaneous glitches for the sluggishness of the Apple browser.

Speed Up Safari on iPhone

In this troubleshooting guide, we have offered solutions keeping in mind all the aforementioned culprits. Therefore, you can bank on these tips to let you speed up Safari.

1. Force Quit Safari 

If Safari is freezing randomly or crashing time and time again, force quit the app. Yeah, that’s the first thing that you should do to fix an ill-functioning app. 

• On iPhone and iPad without the home button: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen. After that, hold along the middle of the screen to access the app switcher. Next, swipe up on the Safari app card to force kill the app. 

• On iPhone and iPad with the home button: Simply, double-press the home button to bring up the app switcher. After that, swipe up on the app card to force quit the Safari app. 

Next, launch Safari and try to use it for some time to check if the issue is gone. If Safari has started to run smoothly, there is a good chance that you have gotten the better of the issue. 

2. Hard Reset Your iPhone

You can also count on hard reset to let you fix many common iOS issues including the slow-moving Safari. Hence, make sure to give it a try without fail. 

• On iPhone 8/iPhone X or later and iPad without the Home button: Press and quickly release the volume up button on your device. After that, press and quickly release the volume down button. Then, hold down the side/top button until the Apple logo appears on the screen. 
• On iPhone 7/7 Plus: Hold down the side button and the volume down button at once until the Apple logo appears on the screen. 
• On iPhone 6s or earlier and iPad with the Home button: Hold down both the Home button and the side/top button until you see the Apple logo on the screen. 

3. Clear Safari History and Website Data

It’s better to clean up Safari’s history from time to time to prevent the app from being cluttered. Therefore, get rid of the pileup of history and website data .

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone. After that, scroll down and select Safari. 
• Next, tap on Clear History and Website Data and confirm the action. 

4. Clear Entire Safari Reading Lists

To let you catch up with your favorite stories later at your own pace, Safari allows you to save articles. Once you have read those saved articles, you should delete the reading lists . Else, they will not only clutter the app but also eat into the precious storage unnecessarily. 

• Launch Safari on your device -> tap on the tiny bookmark icon -> Edit at the bottom right corner of the screen -> select all the saved articles and then hit Delete to get rid of the saved articles. 

5. Update Software on Your iPhone

If Safari continues to feel sluggish or does not run smoothly, try updating the software. If it’s been a while since you updated your iDevice, the outdated version of the software could be behind the whole issue. 

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad -> General -> Software Update. Now, allow the device to check for the software update. 
• Next, download and install the latest version of iOS or iPadOS on your device. 

6. Reset All Settings 

Should the Safari slow-moving issue persist, I would recommend you factory reset your iPhone. The reason why I’m suggesting this radical solution is that it has worked for me on numerous occasions. Note that it will reset the entire settings, putting everything in the default state. But none of your media and data will be harmed. 

• Head over to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad -> General -> Transfer or Reset iPhone/iPad -> Reset -> Reset All Settings.
• Next, enter your device passcode and confirm the action.

Fixed Slow Moving Safari on iPhone

And that’s about! I guess Safari is back on track and has begun to run smoothly again. But before you take the browser for a long spin, make sure to share your feedback and the tips that have worked for you.

Ratnesh Kumar

Ratnesh Kumar is an experienced tech writer with over six years of experience. All this years he has written at TechYorker, BrowserToUse, Fossbytes, MakeTechEasier, SysProbs and several other publications. When not writing, he likes to listen Punjabi music or watch Cricket match.

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Why Is Safari So Slow on iPhone & iPad

What to know.

• Why is Safari so slow lately? You may have a weak cellular or Wi-Fi signal or too many tabs open.
• If Safari is slow still, open the Safari app, touch and hold the tabs icon, and tap Close All (#) Tabs.
• You can also open Settings, tap General, Transfer or Reset iPhone, Reset, Reset Network Settings. 

Why is Safari so slow on my iPhone? If Safari is slow to load, you may have too many tabs open or not enough iPad or iPhone storage available. There are a few other ways to fix Safari acting slow, too. Read on to find out!

Check Your Internet Speed

Close all safari tabs, clear browsing history and data, check iphone or ipad storage, reset network settings.

You need a strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection on your iPhone or iPad, or Safari will run slowly. To check your Wi-Fi or cellular connection, look at the symbols at the top-right of your screen. 

The four vertical bars represent your iPhone's cellular connection. The more bars are white, the stronger the connection. If only one or no bars are white, Safari will run extremely slowly or not at all. You may also see 5G, 4G, or 3G, depending on your iPhone model, and whether or not your cellular carrier offers those speeds. If you're relying on your cellular connection alone for your internet connection, Safari may still be slow if the network is congested or you've used or almost used up your data for the month. 

The pie slice-shaped icon to the right of the cellular connection bars represents your iPhone's Wi-Fi signal. The more white bars you see, the stronger your connection. If you aren't connected to a Wi-Fi network or are out of range of the network you are connected to, you'll see LTE instead. This means that your iPhone is relying on its cellular connection to browse the web.

If you think there's a problem with your cellular connection, we have a troubleshooting article on what to do if your data is not working on your iPhone or iPad. We also have an article about how to fix it if your Wi-Fi is slow . 

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If Safari is running slowly, it may be because you have too many tabs open. Close all Safari tabs and see if Safari speeds up! If you regularly leave multiple tabs open, you can set Safari tabs to close automatically on a regular schedule. 

Safari slow to load still? Try the next step.

Safari acting slow still? It's time to clear the browsing history and data on your iPhone or iPad. We can also offer guidance if you  can't clear your Safari browsing data .

Safari browser slow still? Read on!

If Safari is slow after the previous steps, check your iPad or iPhone storage and optimize storage if needed. There's no hard and fast rule for how much storage should be free, but I've found that keeping roughly 25% of my storage free keeps things running quickly and smoothly. 

Safari loading slowly still? There's one more thing to try!

There's one more thing to try if you want to make Safari run faster: reset your network settings. 

I hope these tips helped Safari run faster on your iPhone or iPad. If not, please contact Apple Support . Also, be sure to check out our free Tip of the Day for more great Safari tutorials!

• What if Safari is not working on my iPhone at all? If Safari isn't working on your iPhone or iPad, make sure you have a strong cellular or Wi-Fi connection. You can also check to see if you've set Screen Time limits for Safari, and clear your Safari history and browsing data.
• Can you tell me what to do when Safari says Safari cannot open the page? Yes, we can help you fix that! We have a troubleshooting article on how to fix the "Safari cannot open the page"  error message. Solutions include removing extensions, clearing your Safari cache, and more.
• Why is my Google search not working? If you're having trouble with Google not showing search results , close and reopen the app, and make sure you have a strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection. You can also make sure the app is updated, reboot your iPhone, and more.

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Slow Safari on iPhone? – 11 Ways to Fix

Safari is a browser app that comes with iPhone as part of iOS. This is a default browser iPhone to open links from Mails, Messages and other apps. Though Safari offers useful features like tab grouping, voice search and extensions, the problem comes with the loading speed of webpages. If you are stuck with slow Safari on iPhone, here are some options to improve the performance of the app.

Note: Similar to iPhone, MacBook also comes with a Safari browser app as part of macOS. If you are looking for improving Safari performance in Mac, then check this article .

Safari Settings Page in iPhone

iOS offers a backend page for each app where you can finetune available settings and optimize performance of the app. You can access the Safari browser’s settings page by tapping on “Settings” app and then navigating to “Safari” section. Most of the below explained fixes are available within Safari settings page, though few settings can be accessed within the app or from other locations. Hence, we recommend you going through the Safari settings page and understand the functions before tweaking.

1. Close All Open Tabs – Auto Schedule or Manual

Closing all open tabs is one of the first things to do when you notice the browser loads webpages slowly. Most smartphone users continue to open new tabs and access webpages without closing previously opened tabs. Though Safari will work fine with 20 to 30 open tabs, it will either crash or work slow when you have more than 30 tabs. Unfortunately, simply closing the app will not close open tabs and they will be in open state when you launch the browser again. The problem is that Safari will try to refresh the webpage on the open tab whenever you launch the app. This will not only slow down the performance but also waste your time in viewing same old page which you have already visited. You have the following two options to deal with open tabs:

• Manually closing tabs – simply tap on the tabs icon in Safari and close all your open tabs.

• Scheduling automatic closure of tabs – go to Safari settings page and tap on “Close Tabs” option showing under “Tabs” section. Select one of the schedules from the list as “After One Day”, “After One Week” or “After One Month”. This will automatically close all your open tabs and keep the browser clean as per the selected schedule.

2. Restart the Browser and iPhone

Restarting is one of the unharmful solution that you can try with any software problems.

• Restart Safari – when you are in Safari app, swipe up from the bottom to open App Switcher. Hold and move the Safari screen up to close the app. Remember, this will not close open tabs and you should follow the above-mentioned methods for closing your open tabs.

• Restart iPhone – go to “Settings > General > Shut Down” and swipe the “Slide to power off” button to shut down your iPhone. After that, press and hold the side power button to restart .

3. Disable Experimental Features

Apple silently enables some experimental features with Safari app in iPhone. Though these are experimental features, most of them are enabled by default. Go to Safari settings page, scroll down to the bottom and tap on “Advanced” option. Tap on “Experimental Features” and disable all or the suspected items. Do not worry if it creates some problem, you can scroll down to bottom of the “Experimental WebKit Features” page and select “Reset All to Defaults” option. This will help to reset all the features like before.

4. Disable Safari Suggestions and Preload

Getting automated suggestions can easily annoy when you type in Safari app. For example, preloading option will force Safari to check in your history and bookmarks whenever you try to open a website in the address bar. This will slow down the browser when you have huge list of reading list, bookmarks and history. You can try disabling the following automated suggestions from Safari settings page and check whether it helps to load pages faster.

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5. Stop Processes Running in Background

The processes running in background can easily affect the entire performance of your iPhone. It could be an app download from other device, an app update or a content refresh in apps. For example, if an app with 1GB size is getting updated in the background, obviously it will affect the performance of other apps like Safari which you may be using in the frontend. You can disable automatic updates and background app refresh using the following instructions:

• Automatic App Downloads – go to “Settings > App Store” and disable “Automatic Downloads” for apps and app updates. Also make sure this option is disabled for “Cellular Data” for saving your mobile data usage.

• Background App Refresh – go to “Settings > General > Background App Refresh ” section and choose “Off” for “Background App Refresh” option.

6. Delete Browsing History

Whenever you visit a webpage, Safari will cache its files in phone’s storage . The cached content includes all static files on the page like images, CSS and JavaScript which are required to load the page. In theory, this caching should help in speed up the loading when you visit the same page next time or other pages on the same website. However, the size of cached data will become huge thus affecting the overall performance of the browser. In addition, cached data can also create problems when the website owner changed its design, moved server to another location or redirected the page to another URL. Therefore, it necessary for you to clean up the cached website data in Safari in regular intervals.

• When you are in Safari settings page, scroll down and tap on “Clear History and Website Data” option. You will see a pop-up from bottom and select “Clear History and Data” to confirm deleting all cached data from the browser.
• Tap on “Advanced” option and then select “Website Data” to view all stored website data in Safari. Generally, clearing browsing history will delete all these data as well. Otherwise, you can tap on “Remove All Website Data” option to delete them manually.

Remember, deleting history or website data will NOT delete your bookmarks, reading list or passwords. However, you may feel the websites are loading slower when opening first time as the browser needs to request all static files from the server without previously stored cache. This will come to normal when you start using the browser visiting your favorite pages. In addition, you can also use private browsing mode to speed up webpage loading time in Safari.

7. Run Software Update

As mentioned, Safari is part of iOS and gets the update along with the iOS updates. Sometimes, Apple will release bug fixes for Safari app as part of the iOS release. Go to “Settings > General > Software Update ” section and check whether you have any pending updates. You can read the release notes to understand if the release has any Safari related fixes. Tap on “Download and Install” option to get the latest iOS version and check if that helps to improve the performance of Safari app.

Remember, it works other way round that sometimes an iOS update can affect the performance of Safari app. This is especially the case with the release of major iOS versions where the app will get new features. Make sure to disable automatic iOS update and always wait for a week time to get feedback from users whenever Apple releases new iOS versions. If there are any major problems, Apple will release a patch immediately and you can update the iOS after understanding there are no major glitches to default apps.

8. Reset Network Settings

Sometimes, resetting your network settings can help to speed up the browsing in Safari.

• Go to “Settings > General” section.
• Tap on “Transfer or Reset iPhone” option.
• Select “Reset” option and then select “Reset Network Settings” from the list.
• Enter your passcode and wait for the process to complete.

This will reset all your network related settings like Wi-Fi password . Therefore, make sure to keep the password ready for reconnecting again.

9. Change to Public DNS

Resetting network and deleting browsing history will help to fix the Safari problems from your side. However, this will not fix if your ISP filter the browsing or using corrupted DNS setup. Since iPhone by default uses DNS from your ISP, any problem at the ISP end will impact your browsing experience also. The best solution to overcome ISP related problems is to change the default ISP provided DNS and public DNS from Google or OpenDNS.

• Open “Settings” app and tap on “WLAN” option.
• Tap on your Wi-Fi network that is currently connected.
• Scroll down on the page and select “Configure DNS” option.
• By default, this should have “Automatic” setting and select “Manual” option.
• Delete existing DNS servers and tap on “Add Server” option.
• Add 8.8.8.8 and then 8.8.4.4 (these are Google Public DNS server IPs) and tap on “Save” option showing on top right corner of the screen.

Now open Safari and check if the webpages are loading faster with new DNS servers. Similarly, you can tap on “Configure IP” and change to static IP address which you can obtain from your ISP.

10. Use Proxy or VPN

If your ISP really throttles or blocks websites or services, it could make Safari slower. For example, countries like China completely blocks services from Google, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. In this case, opening a page with a YouTube video will load forever till the time the request for video times out . The solution here is to use a proxy server or VPN app to unblock the free internet.

• Proxy – when you are on the Wi-Fi settings page, scroll down to bottom and tap on “Configure Proxy” option. On the next screen, enter your proxy server details and save the changes.
• VPN – you can find plenty of reliable VPN apps in App Store. For example, ExpressVPN is a premium app which you can try to unblock free internet. When you open the app, it will install the configuration profile and allow you to bypass the ISP connection.

11. Blocks Ads and Trackers with Content Blockers

Nowadays, almost all websites use advertisements, analytics and social tracking. The problem is that all these features will slow down the browser and affect the loading time, Fortunately, Safari app will automatically block trackers and show you the privacy report on the home page whenever you open app.

If you want to block advertisements , then you can use reader mode or use ad block extensions from App Store. These extensions will use content blockers feature in Safari and help to block intruding ads on the pages thus speed up the browsing experience.

Final Words

We hope the above options helped to fix slow Safari on iPhone and speed up your browser. it is a good idea to schedule automatic closure of tabs and delete browsing history in regular intervals. If none of the above options work, then you can try resetting the iPhone as a last resort. This will delete all your customizations and reset the phone to factory settings. So, do this only if you are prepared to setup your iPhone from the scratch. Otherwise, you can always switch the default browser to Google Chrome, Firefox or Edge and remove the Safari app from your phone .

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[Solved] Safari Running Slow on iPhone/iPad? 7 Tricks to Fix It

For iPhone users, Safari has always been one of the most frequently used among all apps. You can use Safari to search information you need, locate a position and login to your social software like Facebook. But in some cases, Safari is often used more and more slowly, even sometimes Safari breaks down or just jump out of the page. Under this circumstance, it is necessary to check what's the problem with Safari and how to fix Safari running slow issue on iPhone or iPad.

Part 1. Multiple Performance That Safari Runs Slowly on iPhone/iPad Part 2. Why Does Safari Run So Slow on Your iPhone/iPad Part 3. 7 Tips to Solve Safari Running Slow on iPhone/iPad

Part 1. Multiple Performance That Safari Runs Slowly on iPhone/iPad

Normally, Safari will run and work smoothly and quickly on iOS device. When Safari runs slowly and needs to speed up, Safari will have one of the following performance, for example:

1. Safari keeps to load web page on iPhone/iPad and never stop.

2. Safari lags when you try to scroll on a page.

3. Safari search/URL bar is slow to react when you try to type something.

4. Safari keeps reloading pages even you don't reflesh the page.

Part 2. Why Does Safari Run So Slow on Your iPhone/iPad?

There are different reasons that could slow down Safari on your iPhone or iPad, for example:

1. iPhone/iPad is running too many apps in the background.

2. You are connecting to a poor Wi-Fi or cellular data network on iPhone/iPad.

3. Your iPhone/iPad is running out of memory.

4. There are corrupted Internet caches on Safari.

5. You are trying to visit and load a content-heavy site on Safari, such as Amazon, Facebook and etc. which contains countless images.

6. Safari app is outdated on your iOS device and needs to update.

7. If Safari becomes slow after iOS 11/10 update, the iOS update could be the reason to make Safari perform slowly.

Part 3. 7 Tips to Solve Safari Running Slow on iPhone/iPad

1. Clear Safari Cache on iPhone/iPad

Safari will produce a large amount of cache files when you use Safari to browse web page for some time, and you need to regularly clear Safari caches to keep Safari run smoothly. To do so, please go to "Settings" > "Safari" > "Clear History and Website Data" > "Clear History and Data" on iPhone or iPad.

2. Disable Automatic Downloads for iTunes Store & App Store

If iPhone becomes stuck on a certain page when using Safari, it is likely because that it is trying to upgrade in the background and this can be absolutely done manually by yourself. To change the automatic downloads settings, please go to "Settings" > "iTunes & App Store" and turn off all options under AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS section, including Music, Apps, Books & Audiobooks, Updates and etc.

See Also : How to Transfer iPad Safari Bookmarks to PC/Mac

3. Close or Delete Unneeded Apps/Tabs Running on iPhone/iPad

Please avoid opening too many tabs on Safari simultaneously and also don't launch too many applications in the background on iPhone/iPad, which will make Safari really run slowly when browsing. If there are applications that you don't use at all, just delete them to free up storage space on iOS device and speed up Safari.

4. Delete Unwanted Photos and Videos from iPhone/iPad

To free up space on iPhone/iPad and make Safari run faster, you can remove the useless pictures and videos from iPhone/iPad. It can effectively make Safari run much faster.

5. Restart Your Phone Regularly

When using iPhone or iPad, most of people will keep the phone on, but actually regularly restarting the iPhone/iPad is very necessary, it can help the phone get rid of things that have been occupying the system's resources and make Safari run quickly.

6. Restore iPhone/iPad to Factory Settings

You can reset your iPhone/iPad to factory settings, which will completely delete all data and settings from your device and make your phone system restore to default factory settings as a new one. To do so, please go to "Settings" > "General" > "Reset" > "Erase All Content and Settings" > "Erase iPhone".

(Note: After factory reset, all files will be deleted from your device, please make sure to backup your iOS data in case of unexpected data lost.)

7. Completely Clear Safari Caches on iPhone/iPad

If you don't want to lose your iPhone data to make Safari run faster by factory reset, you can totally rely on the professional Safari Cache Cleaner - Coolmuster iOS Cleaner to completely delete Safari cache files on iPhone 14 Pro Max/14 Pro/14/13 Pro/13/12 Pro/12/11/X/8/7, iPad touch, iPad mini, iPad Pro and etc. And you will not lose your files from your iPhone/iPad but all the junk files from iOS device will be removed within 3 simple steps.

To do so, you can:

- Download and launch the Coolmuster iOS Cleaner on your computer and connect your device to PC with USB cable; - Choose the first cleaning mode and check all junk file types from the interface by click "Select All" option, and click "Start Scan" button; - Then check "Select All" and "Clean" options to remove all the junk files, including Safari caches on iPhone/iPad.

When Safari starts running slow on your iPhone or iPad, it can be frustrating. However, you can now fix the problem with the easy tricks mentioned above. To clear all Safari caches, you can use Coolmuster iOS Cleaner . It will remove all junk files from your device, and make your device faster than before.

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How to speed up Safari

Safari is one of the fastest browsers around, both on the desktop and mobile, but over time it can become a little clogged up. Keeping things ship-shape involves a touch of maintenance now and then, so here are a few tips to ensure that Safari stays as quick as it can be.

If you’re experiencing problems with your Mac being sluggish overall, then you might also want to take a look at How to speed up a slow Mac guide. And there’s also How to speed up a slow iPhone for those on iOS.

Safari on iOS

Reboot the app.

The easiest solution for an underperforming app is often to shut it down and load it back up again. To do this, double-click on the Home button to bring up the recently used apps menu.

iPhone X users have a different method, which involves swiping the little bar at the bottom of the screen upwards then holding onto it until the recently used apps appear.

Now swipe up on Safari to close it. Tap the Home button once more to get back to the Home screen, or swipe up from the bottom on the iPhone X, then launch Safari. If things go well, it should now be back to its former glory.

Clear the History

One quick thing to try if you find your iPhone or iPad are struggling with Safari is to clear the history. As you use the browser it stores information about sites it visits, and this can build up over time. A good clean now again can improve performance and speed things up.

To clear the history, open the Settings app then scroll down until you find Safari. Tap on this, scroll down again, and you should see Clear History and Website Data written in blue.

Tap this, and when you see the popup menu appear select Clear History and Data.

With this done, launch Safari again and hopefully the sluggishness will have disappeared.

Close all the open tabs

In theory, the open tabs shouldn’t affect things too much, as they are all kept in a suspended state when not selected. But, as is the way with electronic devices, sometimes closing them can return a happy surprise in terms of performance.

To shut down the old tabs, open Safari then tap and hold on the two squares in the bottom-right corner. A menu will appear, from which you should select Close All [X] Tabs.

Update to the latest version

Updating iOS is also another good idea, as Apple patches various problems that crop up in its apps, which could include anything that’s wrong with Safari.

Go to Settings > General > Software Update, and see if there is a download available for iOS. If there is, tap the Download and Install option at the bottom of the screen.

It’s worth remembering that Apples aren’t the only fruit, so if you want to try out a different browser then it would worth reading our Best iPhone browsers guide.

Safari on macOS

There are also ways to speed up Safari on a Mac. If you’d like to see more tips about using Safari on a Mac read our guide to using Safari on a Mac here.

Clear the cache

Just like on iOS, Safari stores information about sites you’ve visited. While this can make things speedy to begin with, after a while the bulk of information can become a drag factor.

Clearing the cache is a quick and easy way to remove some of the clutter that could be causing the snail-like performance.

Open Safari on your Mac, go up to the menu bar at the top of the screen and click on Safari. From the drop-down menu select Preferences.

Make sure the Advanced tab is selected on the window that appears, then click on the Show Develop menu in menu bar tick-box.

At the top of the screen you should now see an option for Develop. Click this and then from the drop-down menu select Empty Caches.

Reboot Safari and see if this has had the desired effect.

Update your extensions

Safari allows a number of plug-in programs that can add functionality to the browser. These can be ad-blockers, privacy protection, password managers, or a number of other things. Of course, the more parts there are in a system, the more things to go wrong.

Checking that your Extensions are up to date is a good way to avoid any pace-sapping problems.

Open Safari, click on Safari in the menu bar at the top of the page, then click on Preferences.

In the window that appears, select the Extensions tab.

In the lefthand column, you’ll see a list of the Extensions you have installed, beneath which there will be a notification if you have any that require updating.

Click on the Updates notification and you’ll see all of the ones now available displayed in the main pane. Click the Update button beneath each one’s name and Safari will take care of the rest.

If this doesn’t solve the problem then you can try disabling each Extension one by one to see if there’s a rogue element hiding in your browser. To do this simply click the blue tick-box to the left of the Extension name in the lefthand column.

Update macOS

Just like the apps themselves, macOS needs to be kept up to date if things are to run smoothly. Open the App Store on your Mac and then click on the Updates tab in the menu along the top of the window.

If you see a listing for macOS (it’s usually down as Software Update) then click on the grey Update button on the right side of the screen. You may need to restart your Mac afterwards, but then hopefully Safari will be a free-flowing beast once more.

Of course, if you fancy a complete change, then you should check out our Best Mac browser 2017 guide for a few alternatives.

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Safari Running Slow or Freezing on iPhone or iPad? Here're Solutions to Speed It Up!

Safari is the default browser of iPhone and iPad, so if Safari on your iPhone or iPad begin to run slow, it could be a terrible browsing experience for all of you, right? So more and more iPhone or iPad users want to know why is their Safari so slow and how to speed it up, then we write this article to help you get out of the trouble.

Thinking in Advance: Should I Just Buy A New iPhone or iPad?

A brand-new iPhone or iPad always runs well at anytime, but most of the time, it is not necessary to buy a new iPhone or iPad to replace the old one only because the Safari is running slower, and this is also not the focus on this page. Thus, finding out why is Safari running slow on iPhone or iPad and getting solutions to fix it could be more important here.

First of all, let's check the phenomenon when your iPhone Safari is running slow:

- Safari keep reloading pages and seems to be take forever to load webpage;

- Safari lags as you try to scroll on a page;

- Safari search bar or URL bar is slow whenever you want to type something;

When the Safari on your iPhone or iPad have appeared one or more above situations, you can follow the below factors to check why is it so slow and how to fix it one by one.

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Why Is My Safari Browser So Slow?

To be honest, there are lots of reasons might result in Safari browser runs slower on iPhone or iPad, but here, we have picked up the most common reasons for your reference as below:

Reason 1 - Your iPhone May Out of Storage Space

We all know that the storage space on iPhone or iPad is limited, so after you've used your iPhone or iPad for a while, it's easy to run out of memory due to too many photos, music, apps, etc. have been saved on the device.

So, when you find that the Safari runs slow, you'd better to check whether the available storage space is out of limited. Here's how to check the free space on your iPhone or iPad:

Settings > General > About

If your iPhone or iPad still have more than 1GB free space, then out of space may not the reason you're looking for.

Reason 2 - Too Much Apps Are Still Running In the Background

Many people think that Apps are totally quitted after they're closed. But the facts have proved that they're still running in the background. Actually, in order to provide users with the best using experience on iPhone or iPad, it is really important for some apps to continue running even after they're closed, such as FaceBook or other messenger, YouTube player and so on. However, these apps will occupy a large amount of iPhone's capacity and result in slower performance on your iDevice.

So, just check whether there are too many apps running on the background, and close the apps that you don't want to continue running in the background of your iPhone or iPad. Now, just check it as follows:

Settings > General > Background App Refresh

Reason 3 - You Need to Update Software on iPhone or iPad

Go to "Settings > General > Software Update" to check if there's a software update available. If it is, just download and install it soon. Many people don't like to update their software to the latest one due to many reasons, but actually, a new version of software always has fixed lots of crashes, bugs or something like that, which will make your iPhone Safari runs quicker than before.

Reason 4 - Poor Wi-Fi or Cellular Network on iPhone or iPad

In most situations, a poor Wi-Fi or cellular network will slow your Safari speed and it might takes forever to load web page. So when you meet a situation like this, just change a network and try to reload pages again. If it is not working, that means network is not the main reason that resulting in Safari slow on your iPhone, iPad.

How to Fix iPhone Safari Runs Slow? 5 Tips to Speed Up It!

1. clear history and caches on iphone/ipad.

Browsers are used to store and record your searching history and viewing data, so that you can easily find what you want in the next time. However, when more and more history and related data have been stored, this can get clogged up and slow down Safari. So, you can go to " Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data " to clean all browsing history and data along with cookies.

The above method is only used to clear Safari history and data, so if you wish to clean all unwanted files from your iDevice, you can take a free trial on the MobiKin Cleaner for iOS . With it, you can quickly find and remove all junk files, crashes, cookies, temp files, and even background processes on iPhone or iPad with few clicks.

Let's see how to perform it in details:

1. Connect iPhone or iPad to computer with USB cable, then launch the iPhone data cleaner software. When the device is recognized, you can see an interface like below:

2. Choose "Quick Clean" mode and specify the file types you wish to remove, then click "Start Scan" button to scan files on your device.

3. Check the scanning result and tick the option of "Select All" in the program. Hit "Clean" button to begin the whole process at once.

After that, your iPhone/iPad will free up more space and runs faster than before. For more info about how to clean iPhone Safari history, caches, cookies, etc. , please click here.

You may not notice that you have opened so much tabs in the Safari at a time, and your Safari is slower when you open these tabs, right? Actually, it has been proven that keeping unnecessary tabs open can slow down Safari. Thus, in order to improve your Safari running speed, you'd better to close unwanted tabs at once.

Disable Automatic Downloads, App Refresh and Background Processes

Every running app will consume the valuable system resources, so if there are too much apps running in the background, it will slow down the Safari's performance. What's more, if your iPhone is downloading updates and refreshing apps in the background while you're browsing, then your Safari may be freezing.

So please remember to close unwanted apps from background and disable automatic downloads on your device as follows:

- Go to " Settings > iTunes & App Stores > Turn off automatic downloads for Music, Apps, Books & Audiobooks, and Updates ".

- To disable background app refresh option, you can also go to " Settings > General > Background App Refresh > Turn off ".

Reset Network

A good network can directly influence your using experience. So when you find the iPhone Safari keeps loading webpages and seems to be reloading forever, you can try to reset the network settings. However, please be noted that this action will let you lose your Wi-Fi password or VPN settings, but it is really useful to solve the lagging problem.

Step 1 . Go to "Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings".

Step 2 . Confirm the message in the popup window and wait for the reboot.

Disable JavaScript

Some users find the Safari runs faster after disabling JavaScript, but it may result in some interactive elements might fail to load. Below is the detailed clicks:

Go to " Settings > Safari > Advanced > Turn off JavaScript "

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Do you have a clear mind of how to speed up Safari on your iPhone or iPad? In the above content, we have analyzed the reasons might result in Safari running slow on iPhone and picked up the possible solutions for your reference and we hope this post can help you get out of the trouble that you're encountering with Safari.

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If your iPhone or iPad is running slow

If your iOS or iPadOS device freezes or has performance issues, try these tips.

Check your network conditions

Many apps require an internet connection for their content and other functionality. If the network that you're connected to is congested — for example, at an event with many people using the same network — apps might take a while to open or display their content. Your device can also seem slow as it repeatedly reconnects to new cell towers when you're in a moving vehicle.

Even if your device indicates a strong signal, you might need to wait, try again in a different location, or use available Wi-Fi. If you continue to experience issues with cellular data speed, availability, or performance in multiple locations, contact your carrier.

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Close an app that's not responding

If an app stops responding or freezes, you might need to force it to close and then open it again.*

From the Home Screen of iPhone X or later or iPad, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause slightly in the middle of the screen. On iPhone 8 or earlier, double-click the Home button to show your most recently used apps.

Swipe right or left to find the app that you want to close.

Swipe up on the app's preview to close the app.

Learn what to do if an app repeatedly stops responding >

Make sure you have enough storage

If your device is low on storage, iOS or iPadOS automatically frees up space while installing an app, updating iOS or iPadOS, downloading music, recording videos, and more. iOS or iPadOS only removes items that can be downloaded again or that aren't needed anymore.

You can check your device's storage in Settings > General > [Device] Storage. For best performance, try to maintain at least 1GB of free space. If your available storage is consistently less than 1GB, your device might slow down as iOS or iPadOS repeatedly makes room for more content.

If you need to free up some space, follow these steps to turn on the storage-saving recommendations built in to iOS or iPadOS:

Go to Settings > General > [Device] Storage and read the recommendations that iOS or iPadOS might provide.

Tap Enable to turn on a recommendation, or tap a recommendation title to review the content that you can delete.

If you don't see any recommendations — or if you need to free up even more space — you can review the apps on your device. They're listed on the same [Device] Storage screen along with the amount of space that they use.

Tap an app, then choose from the options:

Offload the app, which frees up storage used by the app, but keeps its documents and data.

Delete the app, which removes the app and its related data.

Depending on the app, you might be able to delete some of its documents and data.

Learn more ways to optimize your storage >

Turn off Low Power Mode

Low Power Mode is an iPhone and iPad feature that extends battery life by reducing the amount of power that your device uses. In Low Power Mode, some features are turned off and some tasks might take longer to complete. If your battery icon is yellow, Low Power Mode is on.

Consider leaving Low Power Mode off if you need your iPhone or iPad to function without low-power restrictions. You can turn Low Power Mode on or off in Settings > Battery.

Get more information about Low Power Mode >

Keep your device from getting too hot or cold

iOS or iPadOS adjusts your device's performance if it's become too warm due to external conditions, like being left in a hot car or used for an extended time in direct sunlight. Move your device to a cooler location and let its temperature adjust.

Very cold temperatures can also slow your device. If your device runs slowly after being exposed to cold, move it to a warmer location.

Learn more about acceptable operating temperatures >

Look at your battery health

All rechargeable batteries are consumable components that become less effective as they chemically age. Over time, the rechargeable batteries in all iPhone and iPad models will diminish in their capacity and peak performance and will eventually need to be replaced. iOS can show show battery health and recommend if an iPhone battery needs to be replaced. Go to Settings > Battery and tap Battery Health. Battery Health is available only on iPhone.

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Get more help

A touch screen that responds to taps incorrectly can make your device seem slow. If you think that your touch screen isn't responding correctly , try restarting your iPhone , iPad , or iPod touch . If that doesn't work, and the issue occurs in the same area of the screen in multiple apps, you might need to contact Apple Support .

If you tried these tips and your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is still slow or continues to freeze, contact Apple Support .

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Why Is Safari So Slow? (5 Reason & What To Do)

Safari is one of the best Internet browsers that is currently available, and it’s known for its reliability. However, that doesn’t mean that it always runs smoothly. So, why is Safari so slow?

If Safari is so slow that it barely runs, close as many tabs and background apps as you can. Disable Safari extensions and clear the history and cache to remove corrupted data so it runs faster. Make sure that at least 15% of your Mac or iPhone’s storage space is open because full storage can slow down Safari’s performance.

Switch users on your Mac to see if Safari still runs slowly. It may simply be a problem with your user account having too much data. Follow along as we explore why Safari is so slow and see how you can fix it.

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Why Is Safari So Slow on Mac?

Poor wi-fi connection.

Your Wi-Fi connection is the first thing you should check if Safari is so slow on Mac that you can’t search anything. Safari will be slow even if you have Wi-Fi but the connection is weak. If your Wi-Fi keeps going in and out, simply unplug the router and modem for 30 seconds and plug them back in to reset them . 

Contact your Internet service provider or switch to cellular data if the problem continues.

Corrupted Cache

Safari will run slow on your Mac if the cache is bloated and corrupted. Safari takes on plenty of data each day you use it, and some of it may be corrupted. Whether you have corrupted data or have simply gone years without clearing the cache, Safari will continue to run so slowly if you don’t clear it.

Once the Safari cache is full, the browser won’t be able to add and process new website information properly. Luckily, you can quickly clear the cache data on Safari under the History tab. Click the history tab to pull up the drop-down menu, then select Clear History and Clear Data.

Ideally, you should clear the cache on Safari once per month to ensure a smooth performance .

Safari is Outdated

If Safari is so slow that it’s a chore to browse, then it may be because the browser is outdated and needs an update. Apple typically releases updates for Safari up to 6 times per year . Safari updates are lumped in with the standard macOS updates that introduce and refine features on your Mac.

To install the latest macOS update, click the Apple icon on your Mac’s menu bar. Scroll down, select “System Settings”, and choose “System Update”. Make sure there is enough space on your Mac to install the update. This should improve your Mac’s performance and Safari’s performance speed.

User Account Error

Do you have multiple user accounts on your Mac? If so, you may want to check to see if Safari is so slow on the other users’ accounts. Much like how Safari’s cache can become corrupted, a specific user’s account on a Mac can become corrupted as well.

This happens over time when you browse Safari extensively and install extensions and apps that aren’t approved by Apple . Use another account to see if Safari runs smoothly. If so, return to the original user page with the slow Safari speed and open the Spotlight app.

Click the Disk Utility tab at the top of the page, scroll down, and select “First Aid”. Next, click “Repair Disk” and wait for your Mac to perform the repair. This should get rid of corrupted data and patch the user account so Safari won’t run as slowly.  

Extension Problems

Do you run Safari extensions on your Mac? If so, that could explain why Safari is slow, especially if the extensions aren’t optimized for a Mac . It’s hard to tell which extensions cause the problem unless you use an external app like CleanMyMac X and OS Mac Cleaner .

You can use these apps to cycle through apps and extensions to find out which ones are problematic. Refer to the information on the program to see which extension is causing the problem and delete it right away to boost Safari’s performance.

Too Many Open Tabs

Sure, Safari lets you open up to 500 tabs, but that doesn’t mean you should . The more tabs you leave open, the slower Safari will run on your Mac. Ideally, you should only leave a few tabs open at once if Safari is so slow that it’s hard to browse.

The advertisements and background activity from the tabs you leave open will slow down Safari’s performance. Close any tabs you are done with and continue to browse.

Excessive Background Activity

Just like how too many open tabs will slow down Safari, excessive background app activity can cause problems as well. Macs and iPhones must work extra hard to keep up with the processing demands when there is too much background activity. Close apps that you aren’t currently using so the processor can focus on Safari tabs and apps that you must use .

Search Suggestions Lag

The search suggestions Safari feature is useful when browsing the web, but it can also cause lags in some cases. If Safari runs slowly when search suggestions appear, you must disable the feature. Open Safari, click Settings, select Search , and tap the box beside “Include search engine suggestions” to disable the feature .

Low Storage

Whether it’s an iPhone, Mac, or MacBook, Apple devices cannot perform at their full capacity when the storage is too low. You should leave up to 15% of your Mac or iPhone’s storage open at all times to ensure quick operating performance and Safari speed . Remove apps that you don’t use often and delete old messages and pictures to free up as much space as possible.

So, Why Is Safari Running Slow?

Close as many tabs as possible and clear the cache and browser history if Safari is too slow. Disable extensions that aren’t approved by Apple and install the most recent macOS update to increase Safari’s speed. It also helps to close background apps and disable search suggestions if Safari is so slow that you can’t browse the web.

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Apple warns iPhone owners to ditch Chrome for Safari to protect their privacy – here's what to do

Reality Check: Is Safari really better for privacy than Chrome?

This week, Apple adopted some interesting tactics to convince iPhone owners that they should be using Safari on iOS – including scaring them with a new, Black Mirror -esque video ad.

The 'Privacy on iPhone' video shows people using unnamed web browsers surrounded by flying security cameras that watch their every scroll. "Your browsing is being watched," it warns in an unsubtle poke at Google Chrome.

Apple has previously called  Android a "massive tracking device"  in an internal presentation that surfaced during a Google antitrust trial last year. However, while Chrome isn't mentioned in the ad, the browser is undoubtedly its main target.

So is the ad right? Does Safari have massive privacy advantages over rival iOS browsers like Chrome, and should you be switching? We've broken it all down below, including a look at why Apple's running this campaign now...

The claim: New Apple ad says "your browsing is being watched, Safari helps stop it"

This week, Apple released a new ad (above) with the tagline "Your browsing is being watched." The video shows scenes of flying security cameras and, later, robot bats snooping on oblivious people as they casually browse the web on their phones.

The scenes become increasingly sinister, with one man throwing his phone overboard from a boat and a flock of security cameras descending on a woman. Fortunately, she knows how to instantly destroy the cameras – by tapping Safari on her iPhone. The ad ends with the line 'Safari. A browser that's actually private.' 

There's no explicit mention of Google Chrome in the ad, but it's clear what Apple is referring to – Chrome currently has a 67% share of mobile browsers, compared to 23% for Safari (according to StatCounter ).

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While Chrome is the world's most popular browser, it isn't without its critics. The two main criticisms are its default use of tracking cookies and its seemingly limited Incognito mode . Apple goes pretty hard on the latter in an accompanying WebKit blog post for its new ad. 

That post states that "Apple believes that users should not be tracked across the web without their knowledge or their consent. Entering Private Browsing is a strong signal that the user wants the best possible protection against privacy invasions, while still being able to enjoy and utilize the web. Staying with the 2005 definition of private mode as only being ephemeral, such as  Chrome’s Incognito Mode , simply doesn’t cut it anymore. Users expect and deserve more."

So, does Apple have a point? And what does this all mean when it comes to choosing the best web browser for your iPhone?

The reality: Safari is more privacy-focused than Chrome, but that's not the whole story

In general, Safari on iOS places a greater emphasis on privacy than Chrome. But it also can't completely stop third parties from collecting your data, and mobile web browsers are also in a state of flux, which explains the timing of this Apple ad.

It's helpful to understand that backstory. Until this year, iOS web browsers have been less differentiated than their desktop equivalents, because Apple forced them all – even Chrome – to be built on WebKit, which is the browser engine used by Safari.

However, the EU's recent Digital Markets Act (DMA) means that, at least in that region, Apple has been strong-armed into allowing third-party web browsers to use other engines, like Blink. In theory, this means that we could soon start to see browsers like Chrome offer something closer to their full desktop experience on iPhones – which could change the picture and also convince some Safari users to switch.

That's not all. The DMA's requirements also meant that, from iOS 17.4, iPhone users started seeing a choice screen when they opened Safari for the first time, letting them pick their default browser from a list. This is another threat to Safari's dominance on the iPhone, with some smaller browsers like Brave reporting a big spike in downloads when that feature was rolled out in March.

This all helps to explain the timing of Apple's ad. But does Apple still have a point about privacy in Safari? Overall, Apple's browser does have more robust privacy features turned on by default than Chrome. Since 2017, Apple has made Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) a staple of Safari and WebKit, which means that the feature's cross-site tracking restrictions have also affected the iOS version of Chrome (which is, for now, built on WebKit).

While it's possible to boost your privacy on Chrome, some of its features – like Incognito mode – also aren't necessarily as powerful as their Safari equivalents. 

For example, Google was forced to admit in a class-action lawsuit in 2020 that your data is still collected in Incognito mode . Safari's private browsing mode (tap the two squares in the bottom-right corner, then swipe across to 'Private') also isolates your browsing across different tabs, whereas Chrome adds every tab to the same session – which means you need to close every Incognito tab to keep your data private.

It's possible to boost your privacy in both Safari and Chrome by tweaking your settings. To do this, head to Apple's guide to browsing privately in Safari on iOS – if you want to stick to Chrome, go to Google's guide to managing Chrome safety and security or its steps for browsing in Incognito mode . 

Safari's Private Browsing mode is also stronger in other areas. Extensions with website access are now turned off by default, and 'search suggestions' are only generated on-device. You can also turn on 'Locked Private Browsing' by going to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Require Face ID to Unlock Private Browsing, although there is also an option to do this in Chrome's settings, too.

While it's possible to boost privacy in both Safari and Chrome, Apple's browser offers stronger protections by default – if that's the main thing you're looking for in a browser.

The verdict

If you're on iOS and privacy is a priority when choosing a web browser, then Safari is a good choice and likely a better bet than using Chrome. While both are (currently) built on the same WebKit engine, Safari's features and default settings lean more strongly towards privacy than its Google equivalent.

That said, Safari also isn't a gold standard for privacy and there are alternative options. On desktop, we recommend using a VPN alongside Safari for maximum protection, and it's the same on iOS – check out our guide to the best iPhone VPNs for some options, like NordVPN (our current top pick).

We're also now seeing some interesting new privacy-focused browser contenders emerging on iOS. Arc Search has AI-powered features like 'Browser for Me' and strong privacy settings. These let you block ads, trackers and GDPR cookie banners on all websites, although it isn't clear if the app actually opts out of cookies on GDPR banners or simply hides them.

Another privacy-focused alternative that's worth checking out is Brave (above), which now has an iOS version. Its strongest privacy tools, like ad blockers, are enabled by default, so you don't need to dive into its settings with a snorkel – and there's the option of adding a (slightly overpriced) VPN with a subscription. 

Our early verdict on Brave called it "a great alternative to today’s more popular (but more data-hungry) services", even if "It's not a perfect product, given that the ad-blocker sometimes forgets to do its job."

On the other hand, it's also perfectly reasonable to prioritize features other than privacy when choosing your web browser, and if that's the case, then you certainly shouldn't rush to switch from Chrome on iOS. If you use Chrome on desktop, you can synchronize your bookmarks across devices, while Firefox lets you do the same with tabs.

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I f you've used your iPhone (or any phone) for a while, it's natural for your device to start slowing down with age. That may mean it's time to bid your current iPhone goodbye and splash out for a new one ( after trading in ), but other times the issue of a sluggish iPhone might be within your control. In fact, the solution could be as simple as clearing out your storage space. No, not that  storage space. Your iPhone's "Other" storage.

If you've run out of storage before and attempted to manually free up space, you may already be familiar with Other storage. If not, let's run through what that is before we dive into how to shrink this pesky category.

What is the iPhone's Other storage?

The Other section is a mysterious, catch-all corner of your iPhone's storage. Think of it as a place where things like system files and Siri voices can be stored. But it can also be a memory hog, and that is mainly due to caching. Your cache stores elements of apps or websites so they load faster the next you use them. The cache collects items as you browse the web, stream videos or movies and when you send text messages with pictures or video. In apps like Google Maps and Chrome,  cached data can soon start to eat away at your available storage  on the device. 

To check how much space Other storage is using up, you'll need to go to  Settings  >  General  >  iPhone   Storage . After the iPhone makes its calculation, you'll see a bar graph of the categories taking up your iPhone's storage. The other storage section is usually the gray portion on the far right of the graph. Assuming your Other storage is taking up more space than it should, here are a few things you can do that could help you change that.

Offload apps

Not to be confused with deleting an app, offloading an app means the app is removed from your device, but all data is retained , for when you decide to reinstall it. Take advantage of this trick, especially if you have apps like Google Maps that use a lot of space but don't store much data. To offload an app, go back to iPhone Storage in Settings > General, tap on the app that you want to offload and then  Offload App . 

Here's a tip: In the iPhone Storage section, there's a list of apps with a number next to each name indicating the storage it uses. You can immediately get an overview of which apps are hogging memory or taking up just a little. This can help you decide which to offload.

Clear out the Safari cache and close tabs

If you use Safari often, your iPhone may be storing web history and data that you simply do not need. To clear Safari's browser cache, go to Settings > Safari and  Clear History and Website Data. And if you're a Chrome user, here's how to clear out cache on Google's browser .

Closing out tabs also helps free up storage and keeps your device running smoothly. You can manage how frequently Safari will close open tabs by going to  Settings  >  Safari  >  Close Tabs . You can keep closing tabs manually, or let Safari close out tabs that haven't been viewed for a day, a week or a month. 

Stop storing texts forever

By default, your iPhone stores all of the text messages you send and receive... forever. This is convenient if you need to look up a 15-month-old conversation, but not so convenient if you need your storage space back. To stop your phone from saving texts forever, open up  Settings  and tap Messages . Scroll down until you find Message History and tap Keep Messages . Change Forever to 30 Days or 1 Year . A pop-up will ask you if you want to delete older messages; tap Delete to proceed.

Reset your iPhone

If all else fails, a surefire way to dump a lot of the junk contained in Other storage is by  resetting your iPhone , even if you can't fully empty it. 

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You can run Windows 11 on your iPhone, but it sounds awful

We'll skip it.

We recently covered how Apple had finally opened the floodgates to emulators by approving UTM SE for iPhone , iPad , and Vision Pro , and now we're seeing some impressive, slightly bewildering, next steps from the emulation community.

As shared on X (formerly Twitter), NTDEV revealed that Windows 11 can now run on an iPhone 15 Pro.

"Behold, probably the very first instance of Windows 11 (in form of tiny11 core) on UTM SE," the post reads.

"It is TERRIBLY slow, booting in about 20 minutes, but nonetheless, it's still Windows 11 on an iPhone 15 Pro!"

Behold, probably the very first instance of Windows 11 (in form of tiny11 core) on UTM SE. It is TERRIBLY slow, booting in about 20 minutes, but nonetheless, it's still Windows 11 on an iPhone 15 Pro! pic.twitter.com/Iyr5Txy8uh July 20, 2024

We'll skip for now, thanks

In this instance, NTDEV's "trying stuff so you don't have to" motto might be more correct than ever.

Aside from the slow performance and lengthy boot times, the smaller screen makes Windows 11 look like one of those horrendous pocket PCs that predated smartphones that I saw my Dad wrestle with for work before they were wiped out.

The account says a video of the build running is something it'd consider uploading, but for now, it's impressive to see such big steps made with emulation on iPhone just over a week after UTM SE made its debut on the platform - maybe macOS on the iPad could be possible one day after all.

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Troubleshooting, how to install ios 18 public beta on iphone.

Now that iOS 18 is in public beta, intrepid iPhone users who are not developers may be interested in testing out the new operating system on their own devices. The iOS 18 public beta offers early access to intriguing new features, including dark mode icons and widgets, Passwords app, a redesigned Photos app, iPhone Mirroring on Mac, a bunch of AI Apple Intelligence features, and more.

Assuming you are comfortable with the inherent risks associated with running beta system software, then installing the iOS 18 public beta is pretty simple.

Is running the iOS 18 public beta on my iPhone right for me?

The main thing to keep in mind is that beta system software is very buggy.

Even though the public beta for iOS 18 invites anyone to participate, it’s really only appropriate for advanced users who are comfortable with beta experiences.

Beta system software is more prone to crash, have app incompatibility, battery drain, and potentially other performance issues, making it inappropriate for a casual user to run on a mission critical iPhone.

There are benefits to running iOS 18 public beta as well, like getting to explore new features, without having to wait until the fall. You can also use the bundled Feedback app to alert Apple to bugs, and to submit feedback about features and apps.

Make sure that you backup your iPhone, to a computer and iCloud, before installing any iOS 18 public beta.

Which iPhone supports iOS 18?

iOS 18 is compatible with iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone SE 2nd generation or later.

Basically anything newer than an iPhone XR will run iOS 18.

How to Install & Run iOS 18 Public Beta on iPhone

Note that some users have reported installing iOS 18 beta takes a longer time than a typical software update (this is discussed further below), be prepared for the potential of a slow installation.

• Before anything else, backup iPhone/iPad to iCloud , as well as backup to Mac with Finder , or to a Windows PC – do not skip backing up your device
• Head over to https://beta.apple.com/ and enroll your Apple ID in the iOS 18 public beta program
• Now open the “Settings” app on iPhone or iPad
• Go to “General” and then to “Software Update”, and tap on “Beta Updates”
• Select ‘iOS 18 Public Beta’ from the beta options and then return to the regular Software Update screen

• iOS 18 Public Beta will appear in a moment, tap on “Download and Install” to update the iPhone to the iOS 18 public beta

The iOS 18 beta installation process goes through the following steps; the software downloads, is verified with Apple, the iPhone prepares itself for installation, and finally the iPhone restarts to begin the iOS 18 update. The update process can be completed relatively fast, or take a considerable amount of time, depending on a variety of factors and even random or unknown conditions.

When iOS 18 public beta finishes installing, the iPhone will boot back again as usual.

How to update iOS 18 beta to new beta versions

Future iOS 18 beta software updates arrive on the device as any other software update, through Settings > General > Software Update.

Generally speaking, Apple releases a new beta version every other week.

The final version of iOS 18 will debut in the fall, and can be update directly to from the beta versions, when it becomes available.

I hate iOS 18 beta, how do I uninstall it?

If you made a backup of your iPhone to a computer prior to installing iOS 18 beta – Mac or PC – you can downgrade to iOS 17 simply by restoring the iPhone from that backup.

Note that iPhone backups are not backwards compatible, which means if you have an iOS 18 beta backup it will not work to restore to an iPhone running iOS 17.

iOS 18 beta installation taking a very long time

Many iPhone users have noticed that installing iOS 18 beta takes a very long time on their iPhone, and iPad users have noticed similar slow installations with iPadOS 18 beta as well.

You might find the “Software Update” screen appears stuck on “Verifying” or “Preparing…” for an unusually long time, for example.

Just keep the iPhone plugged into a charger, and let the installation complete – it will, but it make take hours.

iOS 18 beta update stuck on  Apple logo and loading screen

It is broadly reported that iOS 18 beta can take an unusually long time for some users devices, reaching in multiple hours before the installation is complete.

I personally had to wait over 3 hours before iOS 18 beta finished installing on my device, with the majority of the time the iPhone being stuck on the black screen that shows an Apple logo and a loading indicator that appeared stuck. The installation did complete, however! So have patience, as many users have reported lengthy installation times.

Generally speaking the more stuff, photos, apps, videos, and media that you have on your iPhone, the longer the installation of the iOS 18 beta software update will take.

iOS 18 beta runs very slow, iOS 18 is making my iPhone hot, now what?

iOS 18 beta will run slower than usual when you first install it, because various background tasks are kicked off to perform maintenance and index the device, and update things for iOS 18.

Sometimes an iPhone running iOS 18 beta can feel hot or warm to the touch. This is typically for the same reason that the iPhone runs slow; background tasks and maintenance on the device is extensively using the iPhone processor, leading to heat.

Keep the iPhone plugged in overnight, and performance should be back to normal the next day.

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Safari 16.6 very slow to load pages on Mac OS Ventura

I resolved this issue, which many others have posted about, but all the posts are too old to permit further replies. I am sharing the solution here, in case others have tried everything else. It seems specific to Virgin Media's broadband service.

Safari started taking a very long time to load web pages (e.g. 45 seconds to load the Google search page). I tried all the troubleshooting steps suggested in posts here and in Apple Support articles and spent about three hours working with Apple Support, but nothing worked. We finally discovered, by switching from Wi-Fi to a mobile personal hot spot, that the problem was with my network. I had recently upgraded my broadband service with Virgin Media, which was very fast for Safari on my phone and iPad, but very slow on my Mac.

THE SOLUTION was to go to System Settings | Network | Wi-Fi | Details | Proxies and switch OFF "Auto proxy discovery".

I found this solution on a Virgin Media Communities post. Apparently, "Auto proxy discovery" on Virgin Media's network wreaks havoc with Safari on a Mac. It causes no issue with Chrome or other browsers, nor with other broadband providers. The senior Apple Support technician said it is not the default for that setting to be turned on, and it's no problem to turn it off. It fixed the problem, and now web pages load instantly in Safari.

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 13.5

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Mar 23, 2024 3:02 PM in response to APB_London

Unbelievable! An upgrade to Sophos Premium security software triggered this change, and had me flummoxed for months, and caused me to buy a new Mac!!!