13 Useful Safari Tips & Tricks for Your iPhone

Safari is the greatest browser available for your iPhone. It is simple to use and seamlessly integrates with the whole Apple ecosystem.

Most of us utilize it by default to read our favorite articles online or surf the web. Actually, though, Safari offers a lot more than that.

Similar to a Swiss army knife is Safari. Your browsing experience can be enhanced by a variety of tools and features that are available.

Although we couldn't cover them all in one post, continue reading for 13 suggestions that will help you master the iPhone's Safari software.

1. Create a personal account

Apple introduced the ability to create profiles in Safari as a new feature in iOS 17. Different profiles can be used for different facets of your life. You can set up separate profiles for work and school, for example, so you can keep track on various topics without confusing them.

To set up a Safari profile on your iPhone, follow these steps:

Launch the Settings application.
Use the scroll to access Safari.
Once more, scroll down and select New Profile from the list of profiles.
Change the color of your profile to match your new name and icon.
Also, you have the ability to modify your profile's settings.
Once you're done, click the Done button in the upper right corner.

2. Disable Every Cookie Automatically

Security is the main focus of Safari, and part of it is avoiding cookie tracking.

Every time you visit a website by default, you'll be monitored. However, you may modify this on your iPhone by doing the following:

Launch the Settings application.
After swiping down, select Safari.
After swiping to the bottom, select Advanced.
Turn on "Block All Cookies."

Although this provides robust privacy protection, there is a drawback. For instance, since most websites utilize cookies to keep persistent login information, you won't be able to log in and out of them.

3. Listen to Pages in Safari

The option to listen to online sites rather than read them is another function that was added recently. Performing other tasks while "reading" your favorite articles will be a breeze thanks to this.

You must take the following actions in order to listen to web pages in Safari:

Launch the Safari application.
Visit any website you choose.
In the upper left corner of your screen, tap the aA button.
Press the "Listen to Page" button.

That's all there is to it. The page will begin to be read aloud by your iPhone. While the voice quality is marginally improved, it is comparable to the Spoken Content option. You must tap the listening button (where the aA button was) and then select End Listening in order to complete listening to the page.

Here are some useful tips and tricks to enhance your Safari browsing experience on your iPhone and iPad:

4. Change Address Bar Position

iPhone: You can move the address bar to the top or bottom of the screen. Go to Settings > Safari and choose Single Tab (top) or Tab Bar (bottom).

5. Reopen Closed Tabs

Accidentally closed a tab? Just long-press the + icon in the tab view to see a list of recently closed tabs.

6. Tab Groups

Organize your tabs into groups for better management. Tap the Tabs icon, then the Tab Groups button, and create a new group.

7. Reader Mode

Simplify web pages by removing ads and other distractions. Tap the Reader Mode icon (four lines) in the address bar.

8. Private Browsing

Keep your browsing history private. Tap the Tabs icon, then Private to open a private browsing session.

9. Quick Website Search

Enable quick website search for faster results. Go to Settings > Safari > Quick Website Search and toggle it on.

10. Autofill Verification Codes

Safari can autofill verification codes sent to your email. This feature is available in iOS 17 and later.

11. Manage Tab Bar Location on iPad

On an iPad, you can shrink the tab bar to save space. Go to Settings > Safari and enable Compact Tab Bar.

12. Organize Tabs by Title or Website

Sort your open tabs by title or website for easier navigation. Long-press a tab thumbnail and select Arrange Tabs By.

13. Use Safari Extensions

Enhance your browsing with extensions. Go to the App Store, search for Safari extensions, and install your favorites.

These tips should help you get the most out of Safari on your iPhone and iPad. Do you have any specific questions or need help with a particular feature?