How to Disable JavaScript in Safari for iPhone

How to Disable JavaScript in Safari for iPhone

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How to Disable JavaScript in Safari for iPhone

Thank JavaScript for interactive website features

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 2, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Browsers Safari Chrome Firefox Microsoft

What to Know

Go to Settings > Safari > Advanced and toggle JavaScript to Off.Many websites don't render or function as expected while JavaScript is disabled.
This article explains how to disable JavaScript in Safari for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices with iOS 13 through 10.

Disable JavaScript on iPhone iPod touch and iPad

JavaScript is the high-level programming language behind the interactive features of dynamic websites, such as online forms and simple animations. It stands with HTTP and CSS as an essential programming language for the web. However, many people consider it a flawed language because of its history of security vulnerabilities. If you have an iOS device (iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch) and want to disable JavaScript in the Safari browser, whether for security or development purposes, you can do so easily. To disable JavaScript on your iOS device, follow these steps. Open the Settings app, scroll down, then select Safari. Scroll to the bottom of the Safari settings screen and select Advanced. Toggle the JavaScript switch to the off/white position. Many websites don't render or function as expected while JavaScript is disabled. If you encounter this problem, return to the Safari settings and activate JavaScript by moving the slider back to the on/green position.

Uses of JavaScript

Javascript is responsible for how a web page responds to input from the viewer. When you select an element on a web page and something happens (a special effect or a survey, for example), JavaScript is responsible. Some of the uses of JavaScript include: Confirmation boxesSlide-in call-to-actionsSecurity password creationCheck-off formsInteractive gamesSpecial effectsAnimationsWeb applicationsPresentations as websitesProviding feedback to web developers

Why Disable JavaScript

Most people who disable JavaScript do so for security reasons. For regular at-home browsers, JavaScript isn't usually a problem. It is often disabled on secure remote servers or internal networks as a precaution. 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 Disable JavaScript in Google Chrome How to Disable JavaScript in Internet Explorer 11 How to Disable JavaScript in the Safari Web Browser How to Turn On Private Browsing in Safari for iOS How to Disable JavaScript in Firefox How to Activate and Use Responsive Design Mode in Safari How to Activate the iPhone Debug Console or Web Inspector How to Speed up a Chromebook How to Fix 'iPhone Is Disabled' Error How to Disable JavaScript in the Opera Web Browser How to Control iPhone Safari Settings and Security How to Solve Safari Crashes on the iPhone How to Use Opera Mini for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch Add More Features by Turning on Safari's Develop Menu How to Hide IP Address on iPhone 9 Best Free HTML Editors for Windows for 2022 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
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