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How to View, Manage, or Remove Safari Plug-Ins
Ditch those unwanted Safari plug-ins
By Tom Nelson Tom Nelson Writer Tom Nelson is an engineer, programmer, network manager, and computer network and systems designer who has written for Other World Computing,and others. Tom is also president of Coyote Moon, Inc., a Macintosh and Windows consulting firm. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on April 28, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Browsers Safari Chrome Firefox Microsoft What to Know
View plug-ins: In Safari, to go the Help menu. Select Installed Plug-ins.Turn off all plug-ins: Select Safari > Preferences > Security. Remove the check mark next to Allow Plug-ins.Delete a plug-in: Remove it from /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/ and drag it to the Trash. This article explains how to view, turn off and remove plug-ins from Safari 9 and earlier. It also includes information on managing plugins. As of version 10, Safari no longer supports most web plug-ins. 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, Apple recommends you use Safari extensions instead of web plug-ins. How to Find Your Installed Safari Plug-Ins
Safari is the default web browser for the iPhone, iPad, and macOS. Safari is fast and powerful, able to serve up even the most advanced and interactive websites. For older versions of Safari (version 9 and earlier), plug-ins add functionality, letting users personalize their browsing experience. Here's how to see what plug-ins you've installed on your Safari browser (version 9 and earlier). Launch Safari. From the Help menu, select Installed Plug-ins. Safari will display a new web page that lists all of the Safari plug-ins currently on your system. Safari groups plug-ins by the file that contains the small programs. You may see various Java Applet plug-ins or a QuickTime plug-in. How to Remove or Turn Off Plug-Ins
Plug-ins come with downsides. Poorly written ones can slow down Safari's web rendering performance. They can also compete and cause stability issues or replace a program's built-in functionality with less desirable methods that don't work as well. Here's how to turn off plug-ins. Launch Safari, and then select Safari > Preferences. Select the Security button. To turn off all plug-ins, remove the checkmark from the Allow Plug-ins box. To manage plug-ins by website, select the button labeled Plug-in Settings or Manage Website Settings, depending on the Safari version you're using. Remove the checkmark next to a plug-in to disable it. Use the dropdown menu next to the website name to change the plug-in usage setting. How to Delete a Plug-In From Your Computer
To completely delete a plug-in from your computer, remove its file from your hard drive. Safari stores its plug-in files in /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/. To remove a plug-in, drag the file to the Trash. Drag the file to another location on your Mac to disable it but save it for later. Create a folder called Disabled Plug-ins to hold these files. If you change your mind later and want to reinstall the plug-in, drag it back to its original location. After you remove a plug-in by moving it to the Trash or another folder, restart Safari for the change to take effect. Rawpixel Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Manage Plug-Ins in the Safari Web Browser How to Manage the Top Sites Feature in Safari How to Install, Manage, and Delete Safari Extensions Add More Features by Turning on Safari's Develop Menu How to Remove an SD Card from a MacBook How to Uninstall Dropbox on a Mac How to Clear Cookies for a Specific Site How to Disable Extensions and Plug-ins in Google Chrome How to Manage Tabbed Browsing in Safari for macOS 8 Best Free Download Managers (Updated October 2022) How to Delete a File in Terminal on Your Mac How to Access Google Docs Trash How to Delete Streamlabs on Mac How to Delete Files on Mac How to Delete Cookies in Every Major Browser How to Clear Your Search Bar History Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies