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How to use Safari extensions on your iPhone and iPad

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One of the handiest types of software in anyone’s quiver is the browser extension: those cool little applets that let your browser do what you want it to do. And one of the nicest things about iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 is that you can now add extensions to the Safari browser. Even though this is a new feature that launched with the latest iOS version, there are already a number of useful extensions available for you to add.

What follows is a rundown on how to add extensions to your Safari app — while we’ve illustrated the process using an iPhone, you can follow the same basic directions with an iPad. We’ve also included a sampling of some extensions you can try.

How to add extensions

• Tap on the Settings app.
• Scroll down to and select Safari > Extensions.
• Any extensions that you’ve already installed will be listed here. Tap on “More Extensions” if you’d like to see what’s available in the App Store. (You can also simply go to the App Store and search on “Safari Extensions.”)

• Once you’ve installed your first extension, you’ll see a little “puzzle piece” icon on the left side of Safari’s address bar. Tap that, and the menu that pops up will include your current extensions plus a “Manage Extensions” selection, which lets you toggle your extensions on and off.

Some extensions to try

This is a small sampling of some of the extensions that you can now access via the App Store. While there are not many extensions yet available (compared to the number of extensions for, say, Chrome), it’s a pretty safe bet that there will be lots more to come over the next few months.

Amplosion ($2.99)

AMP, which is short for “Accelerated Mobile Pages,” is a web format created by Google to optimize search results for mobile browsers. However, if you’d rather not have Google tweaking the webpages you upload, you can use Amplosion to redirect the AMP links that show up in search results into normal mobile links.

Noir ($2.99)

When you’re browsing at night and you’ve set your iPhone or iPad to dark mode, you will often hit a website that is bright enough to make your eyes water. Noir allows you to set a dark mode for all the websites you visit.

1Password (subscription needed)

1Password is a well-known and respected password manager . If you’re a 1Password user, there’s no question that you’re going to want to add this one to your mobile Safari app.

Super Agent for Safari (free)

This handy extension automatically fills out a website’s cookie consent forms based on your preferences, which can save you a lot of time and irritation.

Web Inspector (free)

Something for developers: an app that lets you inspect the HTML coding of a website, modify it, debug it, and perform other essential tasks.

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Get Started With Safari Extensions

Safari extensions give your browser serious superpowers, letting you block ads, find the best prices and discounts while you shop, save web pages for offline reading, and much more. Adding an extension is easy: Browse the Safari Extensions category on the App Store, then tap Get to install one. Then go to Settings > Safari and tap Extensions to toggle it on.

Here are a few extensions to get started with:

PayPal Honey: Coupons, Rewards

Shopping, Deals, Discounts

1Password: Password Manager

Save & share passwords safely

Language Translator by Mate

Translate in Safari & apps.

Bring! Grocery Shopping List

Shared organizer with sync

Noir - Dark Mode for Safari

Browse better at night

Mapper for Safari

Redirect Google Maps links

Focus & inspiration start page

CardPointers for Credit Cards

Earn more points & cashback

xSearch for Safari

Switch search engine instantly

Vidimote for Safari

Video speed/playback control

Grammarly: AI Writing Keyboard

AI Keyboard for better writing

Save links, read later.

Dark Reader for Safari

Dark mode for every website

All-in-one browser extension

URL to QR for Safari

Convert URL to QR Code

Total Refresh for Safari

Reload all your tabs at once

Simple Refresh for Safari

Automatically refresh webpages

Super Agent for Safari

Automatic cookie consent

Turn Off the Lights for Safari

Darkens the rest of the web

Here are the best new Safari extensions to download for iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 (Updated)

One of the flagship new features in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 is the redesigned Safari web browser. While the highlight of the new Safari is its user interface, it also gains compatibility with more powerful, Mac-like browser extensions. Now that iOS 15 is available to download, there are plenty of extensions hitting the App Store, and we’ve put together a list of some to try out.

Users of 1Password will love the new Safari extension in the latest update. The 1Password extension gives you the ability to see any password right in Safari and fill in password fields with saved ones. The extension can automatically fill in two-factor authentication codes as well. If you’re using an iPad, you will get the entire desktop 1Password experience. The extension will appear in the toolbar for you to access at any time.

The developer behind Apollo for Reddit, Christian Selig, has created a new Safari extension called Amplosion. Amplosion redirects you to the original webpage when you open an AMP link in Safari. The app also lets you keep track of how many times you’ve visited an AMP link and how many times you’ve used Amplosion to avoid one. Amplosion is priced at just $1.99 and if you hate AMP as much as I do it’s well worth it.

Christian has also created an extension that adds an HTML web inspector to Safari. The app is priced at $0.99 and is well worth it – since Apple still hasn’t added its own inspector.

CardPointers

The new CardPointers Safari extension knows what deals you may be able to take advantage of on different shopping websites. CardPointers says that it’s compatible with thousands of websites. While shopping in Safari with the extension enabled, you’ll get a notice telling you which card to use for the best deal as well as any special offers.

Cheep is an app that helps you find deals on Flights. With its latest update, it adds a Safari extension for use with Google Flights. The extension helps determine the cost per mile, distance in miles, and recommends whether or not you should book the flight. Cheep is free.

Am excited for Cheep launch for iOS 15 today! https://t.co/IgcZ7i1upe – safari extension for google tells you the miles, cost per mile, and rating – personalize airline alliances for mileage run deals – minimum fare rating you want to see – integration with TikTok and Instagram pic.twitter.com/RpJ84MYmys — Chum (@jchum) September 20, 2021

Web Inspector

This app is a simple web inspector that appears to be designed to look familiar to those who frequently use one in Chrome on the Mac. This extension lets you inspect webpages and edit their elements, enter JavaScript commands, view network requests, and more. It’s also entirely free.

I just released Web Inspector for iOS and iPadOS. It's a Safari extension for web developers to edit web pages on the fly, debug JavaScript, and more. It's free with no in-app purchases: https://t.co/u5mBSkMKnV pic.twitter.com/U1PdXv9VjK — Zhenyi Tan (@zhenyitan) September 20, 2021

HyperWeb is a new extension that adds the ability to customize just about anything you want to in Safari while browsing the web. The app lets you create blockers, personalize search, and customize the design of webpages. The app can also recommend enhancements to enable to make the extension more powerful.

Language Translator by Mate

Safari already has some translation features built-in but a new app from Gikken called Language Translator can help you take things to the next level. The app’s new Safari extension can automatically translate sites in 40 languages without any work required by the user. You can also select text and get a pop-up window if you want to translate it to another language. The app is pricey though at $29.99 but if you frequently need to translate different sites in a multitude of languages it might be worth the buy.

Vidimote is a new Safari extension that allows you to control video playback from the toolbar. The extension lets you change the speed of videos, jump ahead, switch between PiP and fullscreen, and more. Vidimote is $4.99 and available now.

StopTheMadness

StopTheMadness is a Safari extension that helps you take control of websites you frequently visit. The extensions lets you enable native iOS features like contextual menus, text editing, drag and drop, and autofill. The extension also improves privacy on the web by stopping clickjacking for different services among other things. StopTheMadness is priced at $7.99 on the App Store.

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Safari Extensions are now available on iPhone and iPad since the iOS 15/iPadOS 15 update. This is one of the biggest functional changes to Safari, and it’s something that’s long been available on the Mac.

With Safari extensions, you can improve your browsing experience with third-party tools and plug-ins published on the App Store.

But, you won’t find the option to add new extensions within the browser itself, so it’s easy t understand why you may not know how the feature works, or how to install them into Safari on your iPhone and iPad.

How to Install Safari Extensions on iPhone & iPad

First and foremost, you need to make sure that your device is running iOS 15/iPadOS 15 or later. If not, update the software and then follow the instructions below carefully:

The extension you just installed will show up as a standalone app on your iPhone or iPad, but don’t worry about it. Downloading and installing the extension is just one part of the process. So, read below to find what you need to do next.

How to Use Safari Extensions on iPhone & iPad

We want to point out that the extensions you install are disabled by default. You’ll need to manually enable them before you can access and use them within the browser. The steps below will guide you on how you can do this and then access your new extension. Let’s get started:

In this instance, we installed a content blocker. Therefore, we have the option to enable or disable it for the website here. But the steps are similar no matter what extension you install.

At the moment, you may not find a massive selection of Safari extensions on the App Store. However, this isn’t surprising, especially since the feature is brand-new. Over time, you can expect several developers to hop on board and release new extensions for Safari on the iPhone and iPad.

Besides extension support, the revamped Safari has a lot more to offer. For instance, tab group is a new feature that allows you to save and organize your browser tabs in the best way possible. You can create new tab groups or quickly switch between them from the tab overview screen. Additionally, you can now customize the start page to display sections you want to see and remove the rest.

The Safari overhaul is just one of the many features that iOS 15 brings to the table. You may want to check out new features like Focus mode, which automatically filters notifications based on your current activity. Apple has also improved FaceTime with new features such as voice isolation and wide spectrum modes. SharePlay is yet another significant feature that Apple plans to release very soon. It will allow users to share screens, watch movies, or listen to music with their contacts.

We hope you were able to get used to Safari’s new layout pretty quickly. What are your first impressions of the iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 software updates? What’s your favorite feature so far? Don’t forget to share your thoughts and leave your valuable feedback in the comments section down below.

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How to use Safari extensions on iPhone and iPad

Browser extensions can save time, energy, and sometimes money. However, they offered limited support on the iPhone as compared to the Mac or PC. With the latest iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple allows third-party Safari extensions to iPhone and iPad for the first time.

In this article, I will show how you can install and use Safari extensions in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15.

• What’s new with Safari extensions?

How to install Safari extensions on iPhone

Add safari extensions on iphone, how to use safari extensions on iphone, what’s new with safari extensions .

While there are many great Safari extensions for iPhone, their integration might differ from Mac’s Safari.

While extensions from some ad-blocking apps can run in the background, others need you to follow the long process, like accessing the share sheet. But things are set to get smoother, as iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 embrace Safari web extensions with an all-new vigor.

Developers can now create universal extensions that will work on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Interestingly, these WebExtension APIs employ a cross-platform technology and supports other browsers, like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.

While we await our favorite apps to incorporate universal extensions, here’s a quick tutorial on using the existing Safari extensions. Essentially there are two types of extensions; one that runs in the background and the other you have to access from Share Sheet manually. Let’s learn about both.

• Launch Settings .
• Scroll down and select Safari .
• Scroll down to General and tap Extensions .

• Search and download web extensions on your device.

• Download the extensions you need from the iOS App Store.
• Launch Settings and go to Safari .
• Scroll down to General and tap Content Blockers .
• Toggle on the extensions you want to enable.

These extensions will now work in the background, similar to how Safari extensions work on MacBook.

And hence, limited apps are part of the feature. More options may come as developers start incorporating the new extension APIs.

• Launch Safari and open any website.
• In iOS 15 , tap the three-dot icon and select Share .
• In iOS 14 , tap the Share icon. The following steps will depend on the extension/app you are using.
• If you see a related option in the Share Sheet, tap it (like Save to Pinterest).
• If not, locate the app from the App Bar and tap it to run the extension.

Note : If you can’t find the app, tap the three-dot icon to get a list of available apps.

Undoubtedly, extensions can significantly enhance your browser experience. In fact, many users prefer Google Chrome over Safari because of its extensive extension library. But now that Safari is upping the game, it will be interesting to see which side the scales tip.

I hope this guide helped you learn how to install and use Safari extensions on your iPhone and iPad. If you have any queries, share them with me in the comment section below.

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With the arrival of iOS 15, Safari for iPhone and iPad gained proper extensions. Apple has taken the same curated App Store approach as it did with Safari for Mac, vastly improving Safari's web browsing capabilities.

Here are some of the highlights, and a brief overview of how extensions work on iOS and iPadOS.

Extensions for the Safari browser on iPhone and iPad are managed using the App Store. You can search for new extensions as you would any other app, and updates are managed by the App Store and can be applied automatically too.

You'll even find a dedicated Safari Extensions category in the App Store app by tapping the Apps tab then scrolling down to "Top Categories" and tapping See All > Safari Extensions.

When you have enabled one or more extensions you will see a small icon in the address bar that looks like a puzzle piece. Tapping on this will show active extensions and a "Manage Extensions" option where you can enable and disable extensions quickly.

Due to Apple's careful approach to privacy in iOS , expect to be asked to grant permission to certain websites or services. Some apps require "Access" to every website they are designed to work with, while others may ask to filter your traffic if they are designed to block certain types of content.

You can go to Settings > Safari > Extensions to see a list of currently installed extensions, what each has access to, and any privacy disclosures. You can also give an extension full access to all websites here, which gets rid of the frequent permissions pop-ups.

You should make sure you fully understand the risks of allowing an app developer to access this information. A similar comparison can be made to third party keyboards , which may require "Full Access" and thus be able to store or transmit anything that is typed.

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Many websites now support dark themes either with a toggle or by detecting your device's current settings. Many still don't, and that's a problem when you're trying to browse at night. Turn Off the Lights is one such free extension that attempts to remedy this.

On Safari, the app works by adding a semi-transparent dark overlay. This has the effect of dimming page content without inverting colors, so things appear much dimmer. The benefit of this approach is that it leaves page styles alone which means you're less likely to run into problems with page styles or readability.

It's not foolproof and some websites resist the extension, while the overlay can be a little temperamental at times. It also lacks the customization that you'll find on the desktop version.

Nitefall is a good alternative if Turn Off the Lights falls short. It's also free but can only be used on a limited number (25) of websites. It has three dark themes, support for maps, and site-specific settings but if you want to use it on more websites you'll need to upgrade for a one-off fee of $3.99.

Related: How to Enable Dark Mode on your iPhone and iPad

Do you have a nasty tab habit? Culling hundreds of tabs using Safari's tiled view is tedious even on the latest devices. It's not possible to read the full website name or URL, and many older tab previews will be purged. Startpage.ai makes this process much easier.

Once you've set new tabs to open with Startpage.ai you'll see a neat list of all current tabs, with the most recently used at the top. Each tab title is listed with its URL, and you can even filter tabs using the search bar at the top. You can then close each tab with a tap of the red "Close" button.

Related: How to Use Tab Groups in Safari on iPhone and iPad

There's even a dark mode toggle at the top of the screen for managing your tab addiction after dark. An essential extension for anyone who never closes tabs, and something Apple should probably copy to make managing tabs in future versions of Safari less of a mess.

Cookie warnings are one of the most annoying things on the modern internet. It's not necessarily a bad thing that websites now have to ask you before tracking you or gathering information, but cookie warnings introduce additional steps to reading almost any article on the web.

Super Agent is one extension that can help. Install the extension then set your cookie preferences in the app and let Super Agent take care of the rest. The extension will action your preferences on a large number of websites (though not all websites are supported).

Cookies are split into three sections: advertising, functional, and performance. Any that don't fit these categories are automatically blocked. There's no subscription, and the accompanying app makes it easy to manage your preferences.

Related: What Is a Browser Cookie?

Previously a plug-in for the desktop version of Safari, PiPifier does one thing and it does it well: restoring picture-in-picture functionality to videos across the web. Apple added this handy feature to Safari in iOS 14, but it hasn't always worked everywhere. The feature allows you to watch a video in a frame while using other apps, and it has a transformative effect on iPhone and iPad multitasking.

Notably, YouTube blocks picture-in-picture mode on Safari for iPhone and iPad in a bid to get you to use the YouTube app. The YouTube app currently sells this feature back to you as part of a YouTube Red subscription. PiPifier restores picture-in-picture mode to the web version of YouTube, allowing you to use the full functionality of Safari with YouTube once more.

Related: How to Use Picture-in-Picture on iPhone

If you use 1Password then the app's accompanying Safari extension provides a "desktop-class" experience. Of course, the extension isn't going to be of much use to you if you use another service like LastPass or Apple's iCloud Keychain (which already integrates nicely with Safari ).

You can use the extension to autofill details like passwords , credit card details , two-factor authentication codes , and more. You can also quickly access any favorite credentials or notes, and add new items to your 1Password account.

If you want one extension that includes most of the separate enhancements listed above, Hyperweb is what you're looking for. It's the Swiss army knife of mobile Safari extensions, providing features like dark mode (by inverting colors), cookie pop-up management, picture-in-picture plus content blocking, and search engine personalization too.

Related: What Is Google AMP, and Why Is It In My Search Results?

Hyperweb also allows you to apply custom styles and run custom user scripts from websites like Stylish and Greasy Fork which can change the look and feel of some of your favorite websites. It also blocks Google's AMP (Accelerated Mobile Project) pages when visiting from a search engine, and it's currently the only free extension to do so.

If you use third-party apps for services like Twitter, Reddit, or YouTube you can force content to open in apps like Tweetbot, Apollo, or Syndromi. You can also direct Apple Maps to Google Maps, open streams in apps like VLC, or send PDFs to PDF Expert.

Hyperweb's most powerful feature allows you to create your own rules known as local enhancements. You can set "If" and "Then" parameters that target specific URLs, domains, pages, and search engines that go well beyond the included enhancements. You can only create one of these rules in the free version, or you can pay $2.99/month to unlock the extension's functionality.

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How to add and enable extensions in Safari for iPhone and iPad

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If you use Safari on your Mac, then you may be familiar with extensions. These are basically add-ons for Safari that you can customize the browser with, and they enhance your overall user experience. Since Safari itself is pretty barebones to start with, having extensions can greatly improve the usability of Apple's native browser.

With iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple added extensions for mobile Safari, bringing it more in line with the desktop version. But how do you go about adding and enabling them? Don't worry, we'll show you the ropes.

How to add an extension to Safari on iPhone and iPad

Before you can start using Safari extensions, you'll need apps that support the feature first. You also want to make sure that you are running iOS 15 or iPadOS 15 on your best iPhone and favorite iPad , respectively. Since this is a brand new feature, you need to be running the latest software for it to work. It won't be available with iOS/iPadOS 14 and earlier.

You can add an extension to Safari by downloading apps with Safari extensions just like any other app or game on the App Store. You can simply search for "Safari extensions" on the App Store search page, or check a simple list that Apple has with some extension apps .

For a full collection of all supported apps on the App Store, you can get to it from the Settings app.

• Launch Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
• Scroll down and tap Safari .
• Tap Extensions .

• Scroll down and tap More Extensions . This takes you to the App Store with all apps that support extensions.
• Tap Get (Free) or $X.XX on the apps with Safari extensions that you want to use.

• Download or purchase the app like you would with any other app or game.

How to enable an extension in Safari on iPhone and iPad

Once you have your apps with Safari extensions, you need to make sure that they are enabled before they can start working. There are two ways to go about this: from Settings, or directly in Safari.

To do this from Settings :

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• Under the Allow These Extensions area, tap on the extension you want to enable.
• Turn the toggle to ON (green) if you want to enable the extension.

• Repeat steps 1-5 for all extensions you want to enable.

To do this from Safari :

• Launch Safari on your iPhone or iPad.
• Tap the Reader/Extensions button in the toolbar . It looks like "AA" with a puzzle piece next to it.

• In the menu that pops up, tap Manage Extensions .
• Turn the toggle to ON (green) for any extension you want to use.
• Optionally, to disable an extension, just make sure the toggle is OFF (gray).

Make your life better with Safari extensions

As you can see, Safari extensions can really improve your mobile web experience. Extensions are used to block annoying ads and trackers, enable dark mode on any webpage, give you Picture-in-Picture for videos, help you save money, and more. And there are so many on the App Store! If you want some personal recommendations, check out what we think are the best Safari extensions for iPhone and iPad .

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Meet Safari Web Extensions on iOS

Safari extensions

Enhance and customize the web browsing experience on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with Safari extensions. Using powerful native APIs and frameworks, as well as familiar web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, you can easily create Safari extensions in Xcode and distribute them on the App Store in the Extensions category. Xcode 12 and later supports the popular WebExtension API and includes a porting tool to make it easy to bring your extensions to Safari.

Blocking content

Give users the ability to block certain content types on Safari iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Built with Xcode, these app extensions are designed for speed and don’t slow down browsing. And because extensions never see what webpages users visit, user data is protected.

Learn about content blockers

Web extensions

Extend the web-browsing experience by allowing Safari to read and modify web page content. Now supported in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Safari web extensions are available on all Apple devices that support Safari. These extensions are built with Xcode and can communicate and share data with native apps — so you can integrate app content into Safari or send web data back to your app to create a unified experience.

Learn about Safari web extensions

Distributing and managing extensions

The Extensions category on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and Mac showcases Safari extensions, with editorial spotlights and top charts to help people discover and download great extensions from the developer community. When your Safari extension is ready to be released, upload it to App Store Connect for distribution on the App Store. Apple reviews all extensions and updates to ensure they work reliably. Before submitting for review, make sure to read the guidelines for extensions .

Get started with App Store Connect

Converting extensions from other browsers

Web extensions that work in browsers other than Safari can be converted to support Safari on Apple platforms. Run the command-line web extension converter to create an Xcode project configured with a macOS app and/or iOS or iPadOS app that includes an extension that can be enabled in Safari.

Learn about converting a web extension for Safari

Upgrading macOS Safari web extensions to support iOS and iPadOS

It's easy to upgrade an existing macOS Safari web extension to also support iOS and iPadOS. Simply rerun your project through the command-line web extension converter tool with the --rebuild-project option. This will create a new Xcode project based on your existing project that includes extensions for these platforms.

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22 Best Safari Extensions for iPhone and iPad

Best Safari Extensions for iPhone and iPad

While Pocket is available for free, you can upgrade to the premium version ($4.99/month) to unlock features like automatic article backups, unlimited highlights, and advanced search.

• Dark and sepia themes 
• Listen feature 
• Customizable interface 
• Advanced search
• Automatic article backups
• May freeze at times

What’s more, there is also an option to save your loyalty cards, so they are always readily available at checkout. Thanks to the matching suggestions, it ensures you don’t forget to buy any important items. Shopping aside, Bring also lets you explore a variety of recipes and enhance your cooking skills with handy tips and tricks. So, if you are looking to amp up your shopping game, this extension can fit your bill seamlessly.

• A pretty simple way to create shopping lists
• Personalized suggestions
• Fully customizations
• Option to save loyalty cards
• Freemium version is quite limited

3. Grammarly

Grammarly comes with a smart auto-correct feature to quickly spot grammar and spelling mistakes and correct them right away. Thus, you can continue to pen down your thoughts with the desired flow. Notably, this web extension works at its best on iPad, thanks to features like comprehensive writing feedback, cloud-based document management, and full compatibility with hardware keyboards.

• Real-time writing suggestions
• Auto-correction
• Comprehensive writing feedback
• Cloud-based document management
• Premium version is comparatively expensive

4. Web Inspector

Also, Web Inspector allows you to type JavaScript commands in the console to debug, modify, and retrieve the essential information about a webpage. Hence, you will be able to keep track of logs and warnings related to a webpage. Another feature that makes Web Inspector a worthy tool is the ability to let you analyze the timing and layout of rendering as well as access details about the data stored by a webpage.

• Option to analyse the timing of the layout
• Check the detailed list of network requests
• Ability to track local and session storage
• Interface looks dull

5. Turn Off the Lights for Safari

With support for several popular video sites, including YouTube, Hulu, Vimeo, Dailymotion, twitch.tv, and more, it can help you minimize distractions while streaming videos. Interestingly, it also lets you choose from several resolutions, including 8K, 5K, 4K, 1080p, and more. And just in case you prefer to have a set show time, you can even activate the night mode at the desired time.

• Supports several popular video sites
• Choose from many video resolutions
• Option to automatically activate night mode
• Latency issues

As someone who prefers to have a full-on dark theme across the system for a more convenient viewing experience (while also saving some battery), Noir easily found a safe spot in this coveted roundup of the best Safari web extensions for iPhone and iPad. The web extension is pretty neat and works efficiently in letting you force any website to use dark mode in Safari on your iOS 15 or iPadOS 15 devices. With the help of a smart algorithm, the extension analyzes the colors used on a specific site and generates a custom dark style that seems in perfect sync.

• Pretty neat implementation
• Generates custom dark style in a jiffy
• Works reliably on both iPhone and iPad
• May not work on some websites

If you are a Redditor, you may already be familiar with Apollo. For those unaware, Apollo is one of the best Reddit apps for iPhone . With this Safari extension, you can open any Reddit web link in the Apollo app. With fully customizable gestures, a more intuitive media viewer, and a neat Safari view controller for browsing articles and links, it makes browsing Reddit faster and more enjoyable.

• Neat Safari view controller
• Fully customizable gestures
• Intuitive media viewer
• Full inline Imgur uploading
• Swipe gestures do not always feel smooth

8. Honey Smart Shopping Assistant

When you have a smart shopping assistant like Honey at your beck and call, you are more likely to cash in on the hottest deals. As someone who has used Honey to find exclusive deals on my PC, I’m glad to see its Safari extension come to iPhone. With this web extension always at your disposal, you can shop at many stores right from one spot. Yeah, you no longer need to hop from one store to the other to grab the latest deals.

• Designed to be a smart shopping assistant
• Shot at many stores from one spot
• A quick way to apply to coupon codes
• Finding vouchers doesn’t seem straightforward

If you are planning to double down on security and privacy on your iPhone , you should definitely check out Clario. This Safari extension offers reliable identity protection with a data breach monitor and a handy ad blocker to let you browse the web with the needed peace of mind.

• Built-in VPN service
• Encrypts your data for enhanced security 
• Smart ad blocker 
• Modern looking UI
• Slightly overpriced

Install Clario ( 7-day free trial , $8.99/ month)

10. Amerigo – File Manager

• Integrated with several cloud services
• Native PDF editor
• Supports Microsoft Office files
• Private browsing mode
• Highly expensive

Install Amerigo: ( Free , in-app purchases start at $2.49)

11. Microsoft Translator

• Supports more than 70 languages
• Voice translation
• Works offline
• Option to share translations
• Translating language seems sluggish at times

Install Microsoft Translator: ( Free )

12. RoadBlock

• Block different types of ads and pop-ups
• Create and manage multiple profiles
• iCloud sync support
• Free version is rather limited

13. 1Password

• Ability to create multiple vaults
• Create strong passwords with ease
• Works as a secure two-factor authenticator
• Ability to share passwords
• Option to migrate information between accounts
• Doesn’t offer a free version

14. Pinterest

• Option to explore a variety of topics
• Pretty neat and snappier user-interface
• Geared for fully personalized experience
• Lacks better control over sponsored pins

15. Super Agent for Safari

• Automatically fills out website’s cookie consent
• Split’s optional cookies into three categories
• Opts out of useless cookies
• Not all websites are supported

• Easy way to view HTML of a webpage
• Fast syntax highlighting
• A quick way to share HTML
• Doesn’t offer a direct way to edit the code

17. Hyperweb

• Offers a quick way to create blockers
• Option to customize search
• Ability to personalize the design of web pages
• YouTube PiP mode may not work

Install Hyperweb: ( Free )

• Great for finding the exclusive deals on Flights
• Personalized flight recommendations
• Very helpful for planning a trip
• App’s interface doesn’t seem intuitive

19. Amplosion

Are you someone who doesn’t like AMP pages? If that’s the case, keep the Amplosion Safari extension at your disposal. Developed by Apollo creator Christian Selig, Amplosion works reliably in redirecting Google’s AMP pages and links to standard links in Safari . Since it’s open-source and designed with transparency in mind, you can check out what the extension is doing. In a nutshell, it’s a useful Safari extension for iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 users, especially for folks who wish to get the most out of Apple’s stock browser.

• Redirects Google’s AMP pages to standard links in Safari
• Open-source
• Designed with transparency in mind
• At times, takes more time to redirect links

20. CardPointers

• Makes it incredibly simple to track bonus
• Monitors recurring bank credits from more than 3,000 credit cards
• Renewal recommendations
• Add cards interface is a bit confusing

21. Language Translator by Mate

• Supports more than 100 languages
• Excels in translating languages

22. Vidimote

• Provides smooth playback controls
• Lets you watch videos at up to 2x original speed
• Shows the actual time remaining
• Doesn’t work with all the web videos

Install Vidimote: ( $3.99 )

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The 6 Best Safari Extensions for iPhone & iPad

Safari extensions can boost your browsing in many ways, from blocking adds, to finding deals, and even to doing good things for the environment. Now that Safari extensions are available on your iPhone and iPad in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, you may be wondering what's the best way to use them on your device, and which extensions are reliable and worthwhile. Here are the best iOS Safari extensions and what each one can do for you.

Best Safari Extensions iPad & iPhone

1. TreeClicks

TreeClicks is my personal favorite Safari extension. It partners with online retailers all across the Web to plant trees every time you make a purchase. Most sites let you see how many trees you've planted through the app (with a notable exception being Amazon, which doesn't provide the numbers) and a surprising number of sites has joined in on this project. Just add the TreeClicks extension and it'll pop up when you go to a site it partners with and give you the option to plant a tree for free with any purchase from that site. Online shop and do some good! 

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2. Microsoft Translator

Apple's native translating software leaves much to be desired. Language options are limited, and the ways to translate are pretty minimal. So, on this one, we're going to send you over to Microsoft. Microsoft Translator is one of the most popular translating options, and rightly so. It offers seventy language options, and can translate text on a webpage easily by activating the extension. Some browsers have a certain amount of built-in language translation, but I highly recommend getting the Microsoft Translator to make your life a lot easier.

This is a simple one - it blocks ads for you! There are a lot of ad blocking options out there, and most will get the job done for your one way or another, but AdBlock is simple, straightforward, and free. Blocking ads helps pages load faster and cuts down on the general annoyance of browsing, but some web pages won't let you load their content unless you disable your ad blocker, so you'll want to make sure to get one that's easily turned off. AdBlock is easy on/easy off, and that, combined with the fact you don't have to pay for it, is a win for me.

4. Pinterest

Pinterest is a great way to gain inspiration and collect DIY project ideas, but I regularly forget about its existence for months at a time. The Pinterest extension, however, not only keeps Pinterest in the forefront of my mind as a way to conveniently save recipes, projects, and beautiful images, but it also reminds me to actually go back and review these things next time I'm looking for something to cook or make, or just to vibe with. Even if you're not a regular Pinterest user, this extension is definitely worth checking out, because having all your inspiration in one place is excellent.

5. Grammarly

Ever have an argument derailed by a typo? Or maybe you've reread an email sent late at night only to realize your opening sentence made no sense. Whether you're aiming for professionalism or just competence in your written online presence, Grammarly has your back. This extension will scan your writing and alert you of misspellings, grammatical inaccuracies, and other points in your work you may need to correct. Whether you need help with the same few mistakes or just want to make sure nothing goes undetected, Grammarly is perfect for cleaning up your writing.

6. Honey Smart Shopping Assistant

I feel a little uneasy every time I leave the Discount Code box empty when I'm checking out online. Is there something I'm missing? Could I be saving money? Honey takes this anxiety away, by automatically scanning for deals and discount codes for a website. If Honey finds a discount or coupon for the website you're browsing, a notification will pop up and allow you to automatically apply that code. It takes the legwork out of bargain hunting and ensures you're getting the best prices for those online stores.

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Manage Your Safari Extensions on iPhone and iPad

For those looking to manage their Safari extensions, doing so from an iPhone or an iPad is actually relatively easy. With Safari being Apple’s own web-browser, there’s a reason users may choose this as their go-to browser. With extensions, users are able to further customize their web experience through adding certain modifications.

Concerning extensions, there’s an entire world of possibilities. Users can have extensions that block pop-ups, help them find coupons, block content and more. Using this guide, I’ll show you how to manage your extensions in Safari on your iPhone and iPad, as well as where users can find even more extensions for their browser.

Where is Manage Extensions in Safari?

If you are looking for where to find your Safari extensions, navigating to this is actually rather easy.

On either your iPad or iPhone, perform the following actions:

• Go to Settings > Safari

This will show you your extensions that you have for Safari. Additionally, you can also select More Extensions to browse through what is available on the App Store. If you find one that you like, you are able to download it be selecting either its price (should it have one) or by selecting Get. You will then just need to follow the onscreen instructions.

It’s worth mentioning that any extensions you install on your iPhone or iPad will also appear as Safari settings on additional devices that are signed into the same Apple ID. This can make them easier to access and download.

Suggestions for Safari Extensions

When it comes to using extensions on Safari, some can be particularly more helpful than others. Personally, there’s a couple of free extensions that I would recommend.

• Turn Off the Lights for Safari : This free extension enables Dark Mode across the web. Additionally, this extension also allows users to customize what it and what isn’t in Dark Mode. This app allows pages with video to darken to focus more on the streaming content: giving users a theatre experience directly on their device. There’s plenty of more options as well, and with the extension being free, there really isn’t a reason not to try it.
• Ka-Block : This is a free content blocker that is also open-source. Using this app, users can prevent both ads and tracking scripts from slowing down any webpages that a user visits. They also have an extension for Mac as well.
• Checkmate : This free app helps users find deals while they shop online by automatically applying deals when the user goes to checkout. How the app works is that it tracks deals online stores send out, and then collects unused discounts and gives them directly to you.

You can find all of these extensions through the More Extensions option as outlined above.

How do I Remove Unwanted Extensions from Safari?

If you don’t like a particular Safari extensions, you don’t have to keep it around. Unfortunately, uninstalling these extensions can be a bit weird, but luckily there is a way to do it.

If you are looking to remove a Safari extension, from your device, simply follow these steps:

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How to remove unwanted extensions from Safari.

How do I Edit Safari Extensions on iPhone and iPad?

When it comes to managing and editing your extensions, users also have options. Being able to set your own permissions and settings through an extension is possible, users just need to ensure that they are navigating to the right place.

On an iPhone, the easiest way to manage extensions is by going through Settings > Safari > Extensions . Click on the extensions you want to modify, then select Extension Settings . The extension may need to be turned on to find this option.

For those on an iPad, not only can you follow the same steps for the iPhone from above, but you can also tap the puzzle-icon next to the right-side of the search field and select Manage Extensions . This also allows you to set permissions within the extension.

Working with Safari Extensions on iPhone and iPad

Being able to modify Safari through extensions can be extraordinarily helpful for a majority of users. By using extensions, users can create an experience that is custom-tailored specifically to their needs. Using this guide, users can easily install new extensions, and then manage them directly from their settings.

How you choose to surf the web is ultimately up to you. However, there are way to customize this experience in a manner that ensures you’re getting the most out of Safari. Whether you’re using your iPad or your iPhone to browse the web, users still have the option of adding extensions to Safari to create the best experience possible for them. Using this guide, be sure to give extensions a try.

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Like Chrome , Safari isn't just a stagnant web browser, it also has additional functionality via its Safari Extension plugins which take seconds to install . A form of add-on, Safari extensions now come bundled with relevant Mac apps, as well as via the App Store. 

Whether you're looking for productivity hacks, easy ways of saving money on your shopping, or ways to make your browsing experience more pleasant, there's a Safari extension for you.

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Grammar Checker: Grammarly

Simple and clear writing suggestions.

You need a subscription to get the most from it.

Grammarly is there for those times when you're not quite sure if your spelling or grammar is up to scratch. It highlights issues via a red line underneath a word and allows you to easily correct them, whether you happen to be typing a Facebook status or a blog post. It's a useful service that's like a little nudge in the right direction when trying to improve your writing ability. 

Cinema Style Lighting Effect: Turn Off the Lights

Neat atmospheric lighting effect.

Need to load the separate app to change settings.

One of the most effective things at the cinema is how the lights go down and you can focus solely on the cinema screen. Turn Off the Lights offers that same kind of effect on your laptop or desktop.

When on YouTube or another video based site, click the lightbulb icon on Safari, and the lights around the video playing are immediately dimmed. You can focus on the screen itself rather than everything going on around it. To get the full effect, you need to tweak some settings, but it's a neat way of adding some atmosphere when watching a video.

Price Comparer: PriceBlink

Easy to compare prices.

Only works in the U.S. and U.K.

PriceBlink keeps an eye on prices so you don't have to. Go to somewhere like Amazon or eBay, and the moment you load an item, PriceBlink pops up with its price elsewhere. You can instantly see if Amazon really is offering the best price or if there's somewhere cheaper you could switch to. If a better alternative is listed, click the site, and PriceBlink loads the alternate option in a separate tab. This simple extension could save you a lot of money over time. 

Password Management: LastPass

Extra layer of protection for passwords.

Little convoluted to setup.

Safari has built-in password management, but LastPass is much better at the job. It works across multiple devices and also gives you somewhere to store files and notes securely.

A lot of the time, you'll need to delve into the separate app to use it fully, but the Safari extension gives you the ability to generate secure passwords, quickly fill in forms, or add notes, all directly from your browser. It's a real game changer for security and privacy concerns.

Easy Coupon Codes: Honey

Easy to browse.

Most coupons are for the U.S. only.

Online, you can find thousands of coupon codes and offers, but it's likely that you forget to look them up until you've already ordered something. At the touch of a button, you can open Honey to the side of Safari, and check out the coupons available to you.

The extension offers up plenty of popular retailers such as Macy's, Bloomingdale's, eBay, and Sears. Just tap on the name of the retailer, and you can look up coupons, as well as details on how long ago they worked correctly. Honey also has a reward scheme for extra bonuses. 

Link Saving: Pocket

Great for storing links for later reference.

You need to sign up first.

How often do you find yourself looking at a great long-form article and realizing you don't have the time to read it right now? With Pocket, you just need to click the "Save to Pocket" button, and the link saves to your account so you can easily consult it later on. It works across multiple devices and you can tag and label articles so that everything is neatly organized. 

Ad blocker: Adblock Plus

Easy to set up.

Settings can be a little tricky.

No one likes obtrusive ads when trying to read an interesting article online. Adblock Plus makes it simple to block ads and tracking ads that bug you, while "safelisting" websites that you want to see all the ads for. Adblock Plus takes a responsible approach to ads with an option allowing for "acceptable ads," appreciating that website owners still need to generate revenue, while saving you the hassle of the worst kind of adverts.

Picture in Picture: PiPer

Supports many different video sites.

Liable to dent your productivity.

Being able to multitask is always a valuable skill. While you can switch between windows and tabs, it hasn't been possible to have YouTube or Netflix running alongside what you're working on in Safari.

PiPer changes all that. Via its extension, you can easily place a video in the corner of your screen, allowing you to continue working while the video plays to the side. It's a great tool for juggling multiple things together.

Translation: Translate

Translates from dozens of languages.

You need to poke around in settings to gain full benefits.

One of the best things about Chrome is its ability to translate websites for you. Translate brings that functionality to Safari. Simply go to a website, tap the translate button, and Translate converts everything to English via Google Translate or Bing Translate. It takes a moment or two but you can see it being converted before your eyes which is neat. Translations are reasonably accurate too.

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Use Safari extensions on your Mac

Safari extensions enhance and customize the browsing experience on your Mac. Here's how to install them, uninstall them, or share them across devices.

Safari extensions add functionality to Safari, so you can explore the web the way you want. Extensions can show helpful information about a webpage, display news headlines, help you use your favorite services, change the appearance of webpages, and much more. Extensions are a great way to personalize your browsing experience.

Install extensions

Turn on extensions, turn off extensions, uninstall extensions, share extensions across devices.

Use the App Store to conveniently download and install Safari extensions. All extensions in the App Store are reviewed, signed, and hosted by Apple for your security, and they're automatically kept up to date.

Start by installing the latest macOS updates to make sure that Safari is up to date. You need Safari 12 or later to get Safari extensions from the App Store.

Open Safari and choose Safari > Safari Extensions from the menu bar.

The App Store opens to the Safari Extensions page. To download and install an extension, click Get or click the price. You might be asked to sign in with your Apple ID.

Click Install.

After the extension is installed, click Open and follow the onscreen instructions provided by the extension.

After installing an extension, follow these steps to turn it on.

Choose Safari > Settings (or Preferences).

Click Extensions.

Select the checkbox next to the extension's name. Learn what to do if you can't turn on extensions .

If you're browsing privately, or using a profile or web app

When browsing in a private window in macOS Sonoma or later, all extensions that require website access are turned off by default. To use an extension when browsing privately:

Choose Safari > Settings.

Select the extension in the sidebar, then select “Allow in Private Browsing” on the right.

Whether or not you're browsing privately, you can also restrict the extension's access to certain websites. Click the Edit Websites button to view the extension in Websites settings. From there you can allow access, deny access, or require that websites ask you for access.

When using Safari profiles , extensions for the default profile are managed in the main Extensions tab of Safari settings. Extensions for other profiles are managed in the Profiles tab, which has its own Extensions tab for each profile. By default, extensions are turned off for each new profile.

Choose Safari > Settings (or Preferences), then click Extensions.

To turn off an extension, deselect its checkbox.

If you can't determine what an extension does, or you don't expect to use it again, you should uninstall it.

To uninstall an extension, select the extension and click the Uninstall button.

Starting with macOS Ventura, iOS 16, and iPadOS 16, you can share extensions across your Mac, iPhone, and iPad:

On your Mac, open Safari and choose Safari > Settings, then click Extensions. Select “Share across devices” at the bottom of the window.

On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Safari > Extensions, then turn on Share Across Devices.

To uninstall an extension from all devices, you must uninstall it on each device.

Safari no longer supports most web plug-ins. To load webpages more quickly, save energy, and strengthen security, Safari is optimized for content that uses the HTML5 web standard, which doesn't require a plug-in. To enhance and customize your browsing experience, use Safari extensions instead of web plug-ins.

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