Extension support plays such an important role when you choose your default browser. With iOS 15, Apple has brought a lot of new features. Among them, the third-party extension support on Safari for iPhone has to be the most impressive one. It’s nice to see that Safari for Mac’s much-regarded feature is finally coming to its iOS version.
If you’ve been waiting to use those effective little add-ons to block Ads, manage passwords, or find coupons while shopping on your iPhone, now you can. This post will explain how to download, use, and manage Safari extensions on iPhone. So let’s get straight to it.
How to Download Safari Extensions for iPhone
Apple has simplified the extension download process on the iPhone. Unlike Safari for Mac, you can download extensions directly from the App Store itself.
To use the Safari extension on iPhone, you need to be running on iOS 15 or later. So, once you’ve done the upgrade, here’s how to download the Safari extension for iPhone.
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Now, scroll down to find and tap on Safari. Under General, select Extensions.
Step 3: Here you will find all the extensions that have been installed on your phone. Tap More Extensions to download newer ones.
This will take you to the Safari Extensions Store. You can browse and download them just like any other app. Alternatively, you can also find extensions by going directly to the App Store and exploring the must-have Safari Extensions menu in the Apps section.
How to Enable Safari Extensions for iPhone
By default, any downloaded extensions for Safari are disabled. So you can’t use them unless you manually enable them by going to the Settings app. This is the way.
Step 1: Open the Settings app and navigate to Safari.
Step 2: Tap on Extensions and you will find all the extensions currently installed on your iPhone. Go to the extension you want to enable and toggle the switch next to it.
Once enabled, depending on the extension, you may or may not be asked to provide some permissions or configure the extension from the app.
How to Use Safari Extensions for iPhone
After you download and enable the extension, you’re ready to use it in Safari for iPhone. This is the way.
Step 1: Launch Safari on your iPhone and navigate to your favorite website.
Step 2: Tap the aA icon to the left of Safari’s address bar and you’ll find all the extensions that are currently enabled.
Select the extension you want to use. If you are using the extension for the first time, Safari will ask you to grant it some permissions.
How to Disable or Remove Safari Extensions for iPhone
If you have added too many similar Safari extensions on your iPhone, you will cause the browser to fill up unnecessarily. To offload some of them, you may need to disable or remove some extensions that you no longer need. Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Launch Safari on your iPhone and navigate to your favorite website.
Step 2: Tap the aA icon to the left of Safari’s address bar and select Manage Extensions from the pop-up menu.
Step 3: Now locate and disable the extension that you want to disable.
If you no longer intend to use a particular extension, you’re better off removing it altogether. It’s like deleting an app. Here’s how to do it.
Find the extension icon from your Home screen or App Gallery. Now long press on the app icon and select Remove app from the list. Select the option to Remove Apps when prompted.
Once removed, you will no longer find the extension in Safari.
Extensions for expansion needs
Extension support on Safari for iPhone is definitely a big deal. That’s because Google Chrome still doesn’t offer extension support for the mobile version. While you will only find a few extensions for Safari, they are handpicked and you can only expect more extensions in the near future.
If you were going to use Safari extensions, which would you use the most? Share your opinion by commenting down below.
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