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• You can choose the option of Request Desktop Website in Safari on your iPhone or iPad.
• You can also open all websites in desktop mode only on your iPhone or iPad.

Method 1: On iPhone

Step 1: Launch the Safari browser , and visit a webpage.

Step 2: Once you load the webpage, find the extension icon on the Safari address bar. Tap on it.

Step 3: Select Request Desktop Website and Safari will reload the webpage in desktop mode.

Do note that modern websites have responsive designs to adapt different screen sizes, making it challenging to force a desktop view. This can lead to websites displaying their mobile/tablet view even when the feature to access desktop website is enabled in Safari.

Method 2: On iPad

While we don’t recommend using a desktop mode in Safari for iPhone, we argue against the same on the Safari iPad app. Most iPad users use the device in horizontal mode and with iPad screen size reaching almost 13-inch, it makes sense to use the Safari browser in desktop mode only.

That’s the reason why Apple has set the desktop mode as the default view on Safari for iPad.

Enable All Websites to Open in Desktop Mode

You can return to the same extensions menu and request a mobile website to browse on iPhone. If you wish to open all the tabs in the future in desktop mode only, you need to make a tweak in the Safari settings menu.

Step 1: Open the Settings app on iPhone and then tap on Safari .

Step 2: Find the Settings for websites menu and select Request Desktop Website . Enable the toggle for all websites from the following menu.

From now on, every web query will load in desktop mode in Safari for iPhone. Do note that the whole desktop mode experience can be below-average on a small screen.

If you don’t see the websites loading in desktop mode, you need to make a similar setting tweak on your iPad.

Step 1: Open iPad Settings and go to Safari app.

Step 2: Select the Request Desktop Website option.

Step 3: Enable the toggle from the following menu.

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How to request desktop versions of websites in Safari in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

While this isn't quite as prevalent as it used to be, it's still a handy trick to keep in your back pocket. This is especially true for websites that require you to fill out forms, which sometimes do not work well with mobile versions.

Requesting the desktop version of a website on mobile can also cause some problems of its own — sometimes, certain elements do not work on mobile. However, it is easy to revert to the mobile version if you encounter problems.

How to request a desktop version of a site on iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

• Open Safari
• Go to the website you want to load
• Tap the aA icon
• Tap Request Desktop Site

To revert the changes, follow the steps above, but tap Request Mobile Site .

Of course, if you know that a site you frequent has issues when loading the mobile version, you can permanently request the desktop site, too.

How to permanently Request Desktop Website on mobile Safari

• Tap Website Settings
• Toggle on Request Desktop Website

Important: Not every website will have an apparent difference between mobile and desktop sites. This is especially true of websites that utilize responsive layouts — layouts that automatically adjust to the screen's resolution rather than the device you're on.

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Apple has changed the way we request desktop site in Safari on the iPhone and iPad. Earlier in iOS, this option was buried deep in the Share Sheet . But now, it is visible just by a single tap. Let’s learn how you can request a desktop site in Safari on the iPhone or iPad.

How to Request Desktop Site in Safari on iPhone in iOS 14 or 13

How to set specific site to always open in desktop mode in safari, how to permanently set all sites to always open in desktop mode in safari.

• How to Request Desktop Site in Safari
• Open Safari on your iPhone and visit the website whose desktop version you wish to view
• Tap on A A from the top left

The page will automatically reload in the desktop version.

To return to the mobile version , tap on AA and then tap on ‘Request Mobile Website.’

• Open Safari on your iPhone, and load the website you wish to always view in desktop mode
• Tap on Website Settings.

From now onwards, this website will always open in a desktop view. You may have to force quit Safari and reopen it (or restart iPhone) for these changes to take place.

To stop it from always loading the desktop version in Safari, follow the above steps, and turn off the toggle for Request Desktop Website.

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone
• Tap on Safari.

From now onwards, all the websites you visit in Safari will load the desktop version.

• Do not see All Websites in step 3 above? Turn on the toggle for ‘Other Websites’ or tap on ‘Edit’ from top right and then tap on ‘Clear All Settings.’ Now you will see the option named ‘All Websites.’
• To stop all websites from loading the Desktop version , follow the above steps and turn off the toggle for ‘Request Desktop Website.’

How to Request Desktop Site in Safari on iPhone

To view desktop version for a site on iPhone, tap on share icon from the bottom bar and then tap on Request Desktop Site.

Conclusion…

Please understand that you might not see much changes with all websites in the desktop version before you go. For sites like Wikipedia, you can see a complete revamp of the layout. But if you enable Desktop mode for many sites, including ours (go ahead and try), you won’t see much difference. However, when you scroll to the end, you might see our fixed right sidebar ad on mobile only available on the desktop version.

So, we can conclude that you may not see any significant visual changes in the desktop version for many websites, but your browser does load the resources of a desktop version when you enable it.

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How to force your iPhone or iPad to load the desktop version of a website

Most of the time using a mobile-friendly website is just fine -- until it's not, and you need the full desktop version of a site.

One drawback to relying on an iPhone or iPad for your web browsing needs is that you're almost always using the mobile version of a website. And for the most part, mobile websites are fully capable versions of the same experience you would have using a full desktop-class browser.

However, there are times when the mobile version of a website lacks a feature or capability that the full website offers. If you find yourself in need of the full desktop version of a website, you can force mobile Safari to request and load the full version of a website with just a couple of taps.

When viewing a webpage in Safari, long-press on the Refresh button. A small prompt will show up just below the button, giving you the option to Request Desktop Site . Tap on the drop-down, which will prompt Safari to reload the current page, but this time it should reflect the same experience you would have on a Mac or PC.

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Reading articles on a phone in the 2020s is almost impossible—mobile designers seem intent on hiding the article you want to read. First there's the banner at the top of the site, which follows you as you scroll. That's bad enough, but some sites add another banner that follows you at the bottom of the screen, generally with an ad, a newsletter signup form, and a reminder that the app "works better" than the website. Keep scrolling and the text of the article will be interrupted several times between the top and bottom bars.

It's a mess. And there's a workaround, of sorts: requesting the desktop version of a site.

It's hard to remember now, but in the early days of smartphones most websites were built with desktop computers in mind. Browsing the web on an iPhone in 2009 meant doing a lot of scrolling, panning, and zooming to see the section of the page you were interested in. It was annoying, granted, but far less annoying than browsing a typical mobile page in 2023. Desktop sites, meanwhile, have gotten a lot better about rescaling themselves. This is called “ responsive design .” Go ahead, if you're on a computer: Make this window more narrow and watch as the site changes on the fly to fit the space you give it.

This has all been true for a long time. The main difference between the "mobile" version of a site and the "desktop" one are the annoyances that follow you as you scroll. That means that, generally, all you have to lose by requesting the desktop version of a site are the mobile-specific annoyances. It's not a trick that will work on every site, granted, but it works on many.

Requesting the desktop version of a site isn't hard. On the iPhone and iPad's Safari browser you need to tap the " aA " icon in the bottom-right corner, then click Request Desktop Website .

This will request the desktop version of the site for this session. You can also change the settings to automatically ask for the desktop version—just tap Website Settings in the same menu and you'll see the option to request the desktop website automatically for that domain.

On an Android device running the Chrome browser you need to tap the three-dot menu in the top-right corner, then tap the Desktop Site checkmark.

In either Android or iOS the website you're reading should refresh, after which you will get the desktop version of the site. The page may not even look different, and in some cases won't behave differently, but in my testing most websites are at least a little easier to use this way. In particular, requesting the desktop website tends to reduce the number of bars of nonsense that follow you as you scroll.

Requesting the desktop version of a site removes some annoyances, but it's not perfect. If you want to see the article you're currently reading, and only that article, you'll have to go one stop further: reading mode. This is a feature offered on all major smartphones that can extract the text of an article from any website and show you only that.

Safari has this feature built-in: just tap the " aA " button in the left-side of the address bar and tap Show Reader . You will then see only the article text. You can optionally set any domain to automatically load articles with reading mode, if you like—I recommend doing this if you notice a particular website is consistently annoying.

Android doesn't come with reading mode, sadly, but you can add one by installing Reading Mode , an official Google tool you can download from the Google Play Store . This application adds a systemwide button that you can use in any app, including the Chrome browser. It will extract all text and show it to you alone. It can also read the text to you out loud, if you like.

The web is only getting more and more cluttered, but at least you can fight back. It's just a matter of using the right tools.

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How to Request a Desktop Website in Safari for iOS

Mobile-friendly websites are often stripped down and streamlined for easier navigation, with the result that some full-page content isn't displayed at all. Even when it is, finding that content can sometimes be a chore, especially if you're used to the desktop version of a site.

Fortunately, Apple has had the foresight to let you bypass mobile versions of websites and view original desktop versions on its mobile devices instead. To request a desktop site in Safari on an iPhone or iPad running iOS 13, simply follow these steps.

• Tap the " aA " icon in the top-left corner of the screen to reveal the Website View menu.
• Select Request Desktop Website from the dropdown menu.

The great thing about Safari's Website View menu is that it will remember your preferences for that specific website and apply it automatically the next time content is loaded from the same parent URL.

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How to request the desktop version of a website for your iPhone or iPad

While many websites in this day and age have embraced responsive design, which rescales a full webpage to properly fit on smaller screens, there are still a pesky number who insist on serving "slimmed down" mobile versions to iPhone and iPad users. This can be a pain, especially if you're using an iPad and are triggering a far-too-big-for-your-screen mobile display, or you're trying to find a feature that the website owner simply hasn't provided in mobile form.

Thankfully, you can disregard the website owner's wishes and get whatever version you prefer with a quick Safari trick.

Note: While this will work for "m.[domain].com" websites—you just have to retype the original "domain.com" in the URL bar to get the site—you won't get a "desktop"-sized version if the site you're visiting has been responsively designed to scale to certain screen sizes.

How to request the desktop version of a website in mobile Safari

• Visit the affected site in Safari.
• Tap and hold the Refresh button in the URL bar.
• Tap Request Desktop Site .

• The website will then reload as its desktop version.

This will last as long as you have that tab open for that website; close the tab, or enter in a new web address in that tab, and you'll revert to the mobile version if you return.

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Back before mobile phones were all tiny computers, trying to see a website on your phone was difficult, and sometimes even impossible.

Today, that's not an issue. Most people browse the internet via their phones, and as a result, almost every website has two separate versions: a mobile version and a desktop version.

When you open a website on your iPhone , the site knows this, and will automatically show you the mobile site. This is usually convenient — until you find a website that has a bad mobile version.

Maybe it doesn't have all the features that the desktop site does, or is just ugly. Because of this, it's occasionally still necessary to view a desktop site on your phone.

On an iPhone running iOS 13 , you can still request and load the desktop version of any site. Here's how to do it.

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1. On your iPhone running iOS 13, open Safari and head to the website you'd like to see the desktop version of.

2. Wait a few moments for the page to fully load. Once it's loaded, scroll up so that you can see the search bar, and then tap the "Aa" button.

3. From the pop-up menu that appears, select "Request Desktop Site."

Note that while all sites will let you request a desktop site, not all sites will actually give you one — some will just refresh the page but keep displaying the mobile site.

You should also note that when you do this, Safari will remember your preferences, so the next time you go to this site, it will display the desktop version. 

If at any point you want to switch back to the mobile version, just repeat this process — the button in step three will have changed to "Request Mobile Site" instead.

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It is really easy to request the desktop version of websites on iPhone and iPad, while using the default Safari browser and also while using Google’s Chrome browser.

Request Desktop Website on iPhone or iPad

In general, most websites take longer time to download and render fully on Mobile devices, compared to Desktop and Laptop computers.

This happens both due to slow cellular network and also due to low processing power, available on most mobile devices.

Hence, many website owners serve a stripped down version of the website on mobile devices. limiting the full version for desktop and laptop computers.

If you ever need to access the full version of a website on iPhone, you can make use of “Request Desktop Site” option, as available in Safari and Chrome browsers.

1. Request Desktop Website On iPhone Safari Browser

You can access the Desktop version of any website by using the default Safari browser on your iPhone.

1. Open the Safari browser on your iPhone.

2. Visit the website that you want to access in desktop version (say Facebook, Google Images, etc.)

3. Once you are on the website, tap on the AA icon in the URL and select Request Desktop Website option in the drop-down menu.

This will immediately take you to the desktop version of website.

At any time, you can switch back to mobile version by tapping on the AA Icon and selecting Request Mobile Version option in the drop-down menu.

2. Request Desktop Website in Chrome Browser on iPhone

The feature to Request Desktop Site has been around for a long time in Chrome browser.

1. Open Chrome browser and visit the website that you want to access in Desktop mode.

2. Once you are on the website, tap on 3-dots Chrome icon located at the top right corner of your screen.

3. From the drop-down menu, select Request Desktop Site option to land on the Desktop version of the website.

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How To Use Desktop Mode On Safari

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Introduction

Safari, the default web browser for Apple devices, offers a seamless and intuitive browsing experience. One of its notable features is the Desktop Mode, which allows users to view websites as they would appear on a desktop computer. This feature comes in handy when you want to access the full functionality of a website, especially when using a larger screen such as an iPad or Mac.

Enabling Desktop Mode on Safari is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance your browsing experience. Whether you're working on a project, conducting research, or simply prefer the layout of a desktop website, Desktop Mode provides a versatile solution.

In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of using Desktop Mode on Safari, exploring the steps to enable it, navigating within this mode, and customizing settings to suit your preferences. By the end of this guide, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage Desktop Mode to optimize your browsing experience on Safari.

Let's embark on this journey to uncover the functionalities and benefits of Safari's Desktop Mode, empowering you to harness the full potential of this feature for a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

Enabling Desktop Mode on Safari

Enabling Desktop Mode on Safari is a simple yet powerful way to access the full desktop version of websites, providing a more comprehensive browsing experience. Whether you are using an iPad or a Mac, activating Desktop Mode allows you to view websites as they would appear on a desktop computer, complete with all the functionalities and layout elements.

To enable Desktop Mode on Safari , follow these straightforward steps:

Open Safari : Launch the Safari browser on your device.

Navigate to a Website : Enter the URL of the website you want to view in Desktop Mode. This could be a news website, online shopping platform, or any site where you prefer the desktop layout.

Access the Share Menu : Tap the "Share" icon located at the top or bottom of the screen, depending on your device's orientation. This icon typically resembles a box with an arrow pointing upward.

Select "Request Desktop Site" : In the Share menu, scroll through the options and locate "Request Desktop Site." Tap on this option to activate Desktop Mode for the current website.

Confirmation : Once selected, Safari will reload the website, presenting it in the desktop layout. You will now have access to the complete desktop version of the site, including features and functionalities that may not be available in the mobile view.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly transition to Desktop Mode on Safari, unlocking the full potential of websites and enjoying a more comprehensive browsing experience.

Enabling Desktop Mode on Safari is a valuable feature that empowers users to access the complete functionality of websites, especially when using larger screens such as iPads or Macs. This mode not only enhances the visual experience but also ensures that you can utilize all the features available on the desktop version of a website.

With Desktop Mode enabled, you can interact with websites more effectively, access advanced features, and enjoy a browsing experience that closely mirrors the desktop environment. Whether you are conducting research, working on projects, or simply prefer the layout of a desktop website, Desktop Mode on Safari offers a versatile solution for optimizing your browsing experience.

Navigating in Desktop Mode

Once you have successfully enabled Desktop Mode on Safari, navigating through websites becomes a seamless and immersive experience. In Desktop Mode, you gain access to the complete desktop version of websites, allowing you to interact with the content and features as you would on a desktop computer. Whether you are exploring news articles, conducting online research, or engaging with multimedia content, navigating in Desktop Mode offers a range of functionalities to enhance your browsing experience.

Enhanced User Interface

In Desktop Mode, the user interface of websites is optimized for larger screens, providing a more expansive layout that accommodates additional content and features. This enhanced interface allows for improved navigation, making it easier to locate specific sections of a website, access menus, and interact with multimedia elements. The larger screen real estate facilitates a more comprehensive view of the website, enabling you to engage with the content in a more immersive manner.

Seamless Multitasking

With the desktop layout at your disposal, multitasking becomes more efficient and intuitive. You can open multiple tabs and windows, switch between different web applications, and seamlessly transition between tasks. This flexibility is particularly beneficial when conducting research, as you can compare information from various sources and manage multiple resources simultaneously, all within the expansive Desktop Mode interface.

Access to Advanced Features

Desktop Mode grants access to advanced features and functionalities that may not be available in the mobile view of websites. This includes comprehensive editing tools, advanced search options, and interactive elements that are optimized for desktop usage. By leveraging these advanced features, you can enhance your productivity, creativity, and overall browsing experience, making Desktop Mode an invaluable tool for users seeking a more robust web interaction.

Optimized Multimedia Experience

When engaging with multimedia content, such as videos, interactive graphics, or image galleries, Desktop Mode provides an optimized viewing experience. The larger screen size and enhanced interface allow for a more immersive multimedia experience, enabling you to enjoy high-quality visuals and interactive elements with greater clarity and detail. Whether you are streaming videos, exploring virtual tours, or engaging with interactive content, Desktop Mode elevates the multimedia experience to new heights.

Seamless Interaction with Web Applications

In Desktop Mode, interacting with web applications and online tools becomes more seamless and intuitive. Whether you are accessing productivity suites, collaborative platforms, or web-based tools, the desktop layout enhances the functionality and usability of these applications. This enables you to work more efficiently, collaborate with colleagues, and leverage the full potential of web-based tools, all within the expansive and feature-rich environment of Desktop Mode.

Navigating in Desktop Mode on Safari opens up a world of possibilities, empowering users to engage with websites, multimedia content, and web applications in a more comprehensive and immersive manner. By leveraging the enhanced user interface, seamless multitasking capabilities, access to advanced features, and optimized multimedia experience, Desktop Mode enhances the overall browsing experience, making it an indispensable feature for users seeking a versatile and powerful web interaction platform.

Customizing Desktop Mode Settings

Customizing Desktop Mode settings in Safari allows users to tailor their browsing experience to suit their preferences and optimize their interaction with websites in the desktop layout. Safari offers a range of customization options that empower users to personalize their browsing environment, enhance accessibility, and streamline their workflow within Desktop Mode.

Font and Text Size Customization

One of the key customization options in Desktop Mode is the ability to adjust font styles and text sizes to improve readability and visual comfort. Safari allows users to modify the default font settings and adjust the text size according to their preferences. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who require larger text for improved legibility or prefer specific font styles for a more personalized browsing experience.

Content Blockers and Privacy Settings

Safari's Desktop Mode provides access to content blockers and privacy settings, allowing users to manage website permissions, block intrusive content, and enhance their online privacy. By customizing content blockers, users can control the display of ads, pop-ups, and other distracting elements, creating a more focused and streamlined browsing environment. Additionally, privacy settings enable users to manage website tracking, cookies, and other privacy-related features, empowering them to maintain a secure and private browsing experience.

Reader View Customization

Safari's Reader View feature, available in Desktop Mode, offers customization options that enhance the readability of articles and long-form content. Users can customize the appearance of Reader View by adjusting the background color, text size, and font style, creating a personalized reading environment that aligns with their preferences. This customization feature ensures a comfortable and immersive reading experience, making it easier to consume textual content without distractions.

Tab Management and Organization

Customizing tab management and organization in Desktop Mode allows users to streamline their workflow and efficiently navigate between multiple open tabs. Safari offers options to customize tab behavior, group related tabs, and organize them according to specific categories or projects. This feature enhances productivity and multitasking, enabling users to manage their browsing sessions with greater efficiency and clarity.

Accessibility Customization

Safari's Desktop Mode includes accessibility customization options that cater to users with diverse needs. From adjusting contrast and color settings to enabling screen reader support, Safari empowers users to customize their browsing experience to accommodate visual, auditory, and motor impairments. This inclusive approach ensures that all users can access and interact with web content in a manner that suits their individual requirements.

By customizing Desktop Mode settings in Safari, users can create a personalized and optimized browsing environment that aligns with their preferences, enhances productivity, and promotes a more enjoyable web interaction experience. These customization options empower users to tailor their browsing environment, improve accessibility, and streamline their workflow within Desktop Mode, making Safari a versatile and user-centric web browser for a diverse range of users.

In conclusion, Safari's Desktop Mode offers a powerful and versatile solution for users seeking a comprehensive and immersive browsing experience. By enabling Desktop Mode, users can access the complete desktop version of websites, unlocking advanced features, enhanced user interface, and seamless multitasking capabilities. Navigating in Desktop Mode provides a seamless and immersive experience, empowering users to engage with websites, multimedia content, and web applications in a more comprehensive manner. Additionally, customizing Desktop Mode settings allows users to tailor their browsing environment, enhance accessibility, and streamline their workflow within the desktop layout.

Safari's commitment to user-centric design is evident in the range of customization options available in Desktop Mode, catering to diverse user preferences and accessibility needs. From font and text size customization to content blockers, privacy settings, and tab management, Safari empowers users to personalize their browsing experience, ensuring optimal comfort, security, and productivity. The inclusive approach to accessibility customization further reinforces Safari's dedication to providing a seamless and accessible web interaction platform for all users.

As technology continues to evolve, the ability to seamlessly transition between mobile and desktop browsing environments becomes increasingly essential. Safari's Desktop Mode not only meets this demand but also exceeds expectations by delivering a feature-rich and intuitive desktop browsing experience on Apple devices. Whether you are conducting research, engaging with multimedia content, or collaborating on web-based tools, Desktop Mode on Safari elevates the browsing experience to new heights, offering a versatile and powerful platform for users to explore, create, and connect.

In essence, Safari's Desktop Mode is a testament to the browser's commitment to innovation, user experience, and accessibility. By enabling users to access the full functionality of websites, customize their browsing environment, and navigate seamlessly in the desktop layout, Safari sets a new standard for web browsing on Apple devices. Whether you are a professional seeking a robust web interaction platform or an individual looking to optimize your browsing experience, Safari's Desktop Mode is a valuable feature that empowers users to explore the web with unparalleled flexibility and functionality.

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Troubleshooting, how to force safari to load desktop sites on iphone.

Mobile websites are great, but they are very limited when it comes to how much content can be displayed on the small screen. Apple’s iPhones have gotten bigger in size over the years and thanks to HTML5, viewing desktop sites on your phone isn’t nearly as bad as you think. Plus sometimes you may need to use the full desktop version of a site, so you may come into a situation where forcing Safari to load the desktop site onto iPhone is necessary.

By default, when you visit a website using Safari or any web browser on an iPhone, you’re shown the mobile version of the site. Although it’s pretty easy to request the desktop site manually from the address bar, some people may want to access desktop websites at all times. No one would be okay with having to request the desktop version every time they visit a new website. It’s honestly far from convenient. If you’re one of those iOS users who’re frustrated by this, you’ve come to the right place, so let’s cover how to force Safari to load desktop sites on iPhone and iPad.

Safari is fully capable of always loading desktop versions of websites, as long as you set it up properly. Just follow the steps below to get started.

There you go. Now you’ve learned how to force Safari to always load desktop websites on your iPhone and iPad.

Keep in mind that Safari can only display the desktop version of the website whenever available. For example, when you try to visit the official Apple website, you’ll be shown the mobile version instead of the full desktop site.

If your iPad is running iPadOS 13 or later, you don’t have to follow this procedure. This is because iPadOS 13 brings desktop-class Safari to the iPad, and defaults to loading the desktop sites on iPad. However, this method is still applicable to iPads running older versions of iOS.

More often than not, mobile websites may still perform better on your iPhone as they’re more optimized for mobile devices. Therefore, if you ever change your mind, you can follow these steps to disable desktop websites on your iOS device.

Do you use third-party web browsers like Chrome on your iOS device? Unfortunately, there’s not currently a similar feature that allows you to always load desktop versions of websites for those web browsers, but it may be coming soon to them too. Instead, you’ll have to request the desktop site manually for the time being.

We hope you were able to permanently access desktop websites while browsing with Safari. What are your overall thoughts on this feature? Is this something that you’ll be using in the long run? Do share your valuable opinions and experiences in the comments section down below.

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You still may get a site’s web page that has been altered for the small screen of the phone. If you want the page as displayed on a PC, a substitute browser like Zoomable (which also has a permanent ‘desktop’ setting) has a screen-size slider; when set to the appropriate size (up to about 3/4 of full size on some sites), the full regular desktop site is displayed. You can then pinch-zoom to view the page in detail.

This no longer works on the NYT website.

Please tell me a new way; can’t believe even the NYT is caught in today’s “feed” trap, not allowing me to choose what to read.

To tell the truth, so many times I was in the situation where it was necessary for me to load the desktop site onto an iPhone. Unfortunately, I couldn’t do it properly because I wasn’t able to cope with my safari settings and the description in a lot of sites was really intricate. Now it is like a relief that I stumbled across your article and have finally understood how this system works and how much it is a simple process. From my point of view, it is really convenient to have permanent access to websites on the desktop while browsing using Safari because you don’t need to face such a huddle like a request for the desktop version every time you visit a new website. I think that your guide will be useful for any holder of an IPhone because it can make their work with sites and with the use of Safari much easier, helping them to get rid of unnecessary hassle.

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How to access the desktop version of a website in Safari on iPhone

This tutorial shows you the quick steps to visit the desktop version of a website in Safari on your iPhone or iPad and switch back to mobile view if needed.

Don’t you hate it when visiting a website in Safari on your phone takes you to a crippled mobile version rather than the full desktop experience? Thankfully, iOS has made it a cinch to skip those skimpy mobile websites and go straight to their full desktop versions if needed.

Before you begin: It’s important to note that requesting a desktop website doesn’t always work as intended on each and every website. For instance, some websites might switch you to their enhanced mobile edition rather than to the full desktop version. You must know that web developers have the tools at their disposal to override your preference, and I’ve seen a fair share of websites that pop right back into mobile mode.

How to view the desktop version of a site in Safari

• Open Safari and visit any website that has both a mobile and a desktop version.
• Once the site loads, tap on the A A symbol located at the leftmost side of Safari’s URL box.
• A menu will pop up with an option to see a desktop version of the website in its full glory. Choose Request Desktop Website to load up a desktop version of the original.
• You can go back to the mobile site anytime using the same action and selecting Request Mobile Website .

Safari on iPad running iPadOS (or iPadOS 13) and later automatically takes you to the desktop version of a website . You do not have to do anything else.

However, if you want to access the mobile version of a website on your iPad, all you need to do is tap A A in the Safari URL bar and select Request Mobile Website .

How to always request the desktop site in Safari

Maybe you’d like to request the desktop website every time you visit a site in Safari on iOS. If yes, follow these steps:

• Open Settings and select Safari .
• Tap Request Desktop Website .
• Enable the toggle for All Websites under Request Desktop Website .

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How To : Force Safari to Use Desktop View by Default for Specific Sites in iOS 13

In Safari for iPhone, as far back as iOS 7 , you can request the full desktop version of websites. The process was streamlined starting in iOS 9 , but the process remains relatively hidden and easily missed. Now, iOS 13 shines a light on it, as well as adds functionality to set the desktop view for individual websites indefinitely.

As convenient as mobile sites are in Safari, they are inherently more limited when it comes to content and often lack necessary features when compared to their desktop counterparts. Banking sites, for example, usually require you to switch to their desktop version to make important changes to your account. Many websites do provide a desktop option enabled from the site directly, though the setting is often hard to find, displayed in small, hard-to-read text.

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That's where Safari's built-in option for requesting desktop versions of websites comes in handy. In iOS 9 through iOS 12, just long-press the refresh button in the search field or open up the Share sheet, then select "Request Desktop Site." In iOS 13, tap the "AA" icon, then choose "Request Desktop Site." But to set desktop view on a per-site basis in Safari, there's a little bit more involved.

Set Specific Websites to Use Desktop View by Default

On a website that you always want to view the desktop version for, tap the "AA" button in the search field up top to access the new menu of options. Now, instead of selecting "Request Desktop Website" to temporarily open desktop view , tap on "Website Settings," hit the toggle for "Request Desktop Website" under While Viewing , and tap "Done" right after. The site in question will now always be displayed in its desktop appearance — even when viewed in Private mode.

Temporarily View Mobile Sites When Needed

When you want to use the mobile website temporarily, you can always tap "AA" then "Request Mobile Website." Subsequent visits to the domain will still default to desktop view.

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Change Sites Back to Use Mobile View by Default

If you ever want to revert the site to use its mobile layout by default, follow the steps highlighted above for setting desktop view as the default, but toggle "Request Desktop Website" off instead. Beyond that, you also can view and manage all of the sites you've personalized settings for as well as turn desktop mode on for all webpages in the Settings app, as discussed below.

Manage All Sites with Custom 'While Viewing' Preferences

To manage Safari's website preferences, open the "Safari" page from within the Settings app, and select "Request Desktop Website" under Settings for Websites . From here, a list of all the websites you've requested desktop view by default will appear, where you can toggle each off or on as needed.

Keep in mind that any sites that you set to always show up in desktop format will automatically add themselves to the "Request Desktop Website" menu in Safari's settings — even when browsing in Private mode. That said, these sites will remain saved in the page even if you've cleared your history and website data.

Set Desktop View to Be the Default for All Sites

Still in the "Request Desktop Website" menu in Safari's settings, you can toggle on "On other websites" to make desktop view the default for all supported webpages. By doing this, you can then use the toggles for each website above to disable desktop view for just those sites.

Remove Sites from Safari's Desktop Settings

To remove saved websites within the "Request Desktop Website" page in Safari's settings, tap on "Edit" in the top right to go into edit mode. From there, select the sites you want to remove and hit "Delete" to erase them. To get rid of all your stored websites in one fell swoop, tap on "Clear All Settings" while in edit mode, and confirm your selection from the prompt that appears.

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Viewing a Website in Desktop Size on iPad Mini 6

I was using a regular iPad 9 until recently, and I was able to see website pages in Safari in a full desktop size. I very enjoyed it since the desktop views are usually more detailed and has more functionality.

anyhow, on my new iPad Mini 6, I’m not able to view the full sized pages in safari, for some reason. I tried websites like, Facebook and Gmail, and it’s coming up like a mobile view, and not like a desktop view.

Does anyone know how to help me?

Thanks in advance!

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Posted on Nov 6, 2021 2:55 PM

Posted on Nov 6, 2021 9:12 PM

First, thank you for your reply!

Second, this is not solving the problem, unfortunately :(

I tried turning on Request Desktop on both iPad 9 and iPad Mini 6, and only on regular iPad, Facebook came up in a desktop view.

The reason I want to use such apps in safari and not on their app is that on safari the functions are much richer than on the apps.

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Make sure that you have "Request Desktop Website" turned on in Settings. Go to Settings > Safari > Request Desktop Website, and make sure that "All Websites" is turned on.

You can also use apps for many of these websites for an even better experience, like Facebook and Gmail.

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How to add a website to your iphone or ipad home screen.

Do you use or visit specific web apps or websites frequently? Create a Home screen shortcut on your iPad or iPhone and launch it with one tap.

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If you find yourself frequently visiting a website or using a web app on your iPhone or iPad, it's easy to add a shortcut icon directly on your Home screen using Safari that you can quickly tap to launch the site. Here's how.

First, open Safari and navigate to the website you'd like to put on your iPhone's Home screen. Once there, make sure you can see the navigation toolbar by tapping once near the bottom of the screen, which will make it appear.

On the navigation toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap the Share icon (the rectangle with an upward arrow).

A Share menu will appear at the bottom of the screen. Use your finger to pull it up and swipe through the list. Tap "Add to Home Screen."

A menu titled "Add to Home Screen" will appear. Use this menu to name your new Home screen web icon anything you'd like using the onscreen keyboard. Once you're done, tap "Add" in the top-right corner of the box.

The icon for the website will appear on your Home screen . Any time you'd like to use it, just tap on the shortcut as if it were a regular app. Safari will automatically open and load the website.

On your iPad, open Safari and navigate to the website you'd like to put on your Home screen. Once there, make sure you can see the navigation toolbar by tapping once near the top of the screen, which will make it appear.

On the navigation toolbar at the top of the screen, locate the Share icon (the rectangle with an upward arrow). Tap on it.

A Share menu will appear on the right side of the screen. Tap "Add to Home Screen."

Next, a pop-up titled "Add to Home Screen" will appear where you can name your new Home screen icon anything you'd like. Once you're done, tap "Add" in the top-right corner of the box.

The icon for the website will appear on your iPad's Home screen. Any time you'd like to visit the site, just tap on the shortcut. Safari will automatically open and load it up.

The website icon we created with Safari looks and behaves like a regular app icon on the iPhone's or iPad's Home screen. You can rearrange it along with other apps, add it to a folder, or even drag it to the Dock.

You might notice that some websites have Home screen icons that seem perfectly tailored to the iPhone or iPad interface. That's because these sites specifically created an image for this purpose and defined it in their website's code . Otherwise, your iPhone or iPad will generate a tiny thumbnail of the website to use as its icon.

So far, only Safari can create shortcut icons like this. And since Apple doesn't let you change your default browser, the sites always load in Safari, as well. Still, it's a handy way to speed up your iPhone or iPad experience.

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• Remove a device
• Add an AirTag
• Share an AirTag or other item in Find My on iPad
• Add a third-party item
• Get notified if you leave an item behind
• Locate an item
• Mark an item as lost
• Remove an item
• Adjust map settings
• Get started with Freeform
• Create a Freeform board
• Draw or handwrite
• Apply consistent styles
• Position items on a board
• Search Freeform boards
• Share and collaborate
• Delete and recover boards
• Get started with Health
• Fill out your Health Details
• Intro to Health data
• View your health data
• Share your health data
• View health data shared by others
• Download health records
• View health records
• Log menstrual cycle information
• View menstrual cycle predictions and history
• Track your medications
• Learn more about your medications
• Log your state of mind
• Take a mental health assessment
• Customize your Sleep Focus
• Turn Sleep Focus on or off
• View your sleep history
• Check your headphone audio levels
• Use audiogram data
• Back up your Health data
• Intro to Home
• Upgrade to the new Home architecture
• Set up accessories
• Control accessories
• Control your home using Siri
• Use Grid Forecast to plan your energy usage
• Set up HomePod
• Control your home remotely
• Create and use scenes
• Use automations
• Set up security cameras
• Use Face Recognition
• Configure a router
• Invite others to control accessories
• Add more homes
• Get music, movies, and TV shows
• Get ringtones
• Manage purchases and settings
• Magnify nearby objects
• Change settings
• Detect people around you
• Detect doors around you
• Receive image descriptions of your surroundings
• Read aloud text and labels around you
• Set up shortcuts for Detection Mode
• Add and remove email accounts
• Set up a custom email domain
• Check your email
• Unsend email with Undo send
• Reply to and forward emails
• Save an email draft
• Add email attachments
• Download email attachments
• Annotate email attachments
• Set email notifications
• Search for email
• Organize your email in mailboxes
• Flag or block emails
• Filter emails
• Use Hide My Email
• Use Mail Privacy Protection
• Change email settings
• Delete and recover emails
• Add a Mail widget to your Home Screen
• Print emails
• Use keyboard shortcuts
• Get travel directions
• Select other route options
• Find stops along your route
• View a route overview or a list of turns
• Change settings for spoken directions
• Get driving directions
• Report traffic incidents
• Get cycling directions
• Get walking directions
• Get transit directions
• Delete recent directions
• Get traffic and weather info
• Predict travel time and ETA
• Download offline maps
• Search for places
• Find nearby attractions, restaurants, and services
• Get information about places
• Mark places
• Share places
• Rate places
• Save favorite places
• Explore new places with Guides
• Organize places in My Guides
• Delete significant locations
• Look around places
• Take Flyover tours
• Find your Maps settings
• Measure dimensions
• View and save measurements
• Measure a person’s height
• Set up Messages
• About iMessage
• Send and reply to messages
• Unsend and edit messages
• Keep track of messages
• Forward and share messages
• Group conversations
• Watch, listen, or play together using SharePlay
• Collaborate on projects
• Use iMessage apps
• Take and edit photos or videos
• Share photos, links, and more
• Send stickers
• Request, send, and receive payments
• Send and receive audio messages
• Animate messages
• Change notifications
• Block, filter, and report messages
• Delete messages and attachments
• Recover deleted messages
• View albums, playlists, and more
• Show song credits and lyrics
• Queue up your music
• Listen to broadcast radio
• Subscribe to Apple Music
• Listen to lossless music
• Listen to Dolby Atmos music
• Apple Music Sing
• Find new music
• Add music and listen offline
• Get personalized recommendations
• Listen to radio
• Search for music
• Create playlists
• See what your friends are listening to
• Use Siri to play music
• Change the way music sounds
• Get started with News
• Use News widgets
• See news stories chosen just for you
• Read stories
• Follow your favorite teams with My Sports
• Subscribe to Apple News+
• Browse and read Apple News+ stories and issues
• Download Apple News+ issues
• Solve crossword puzzles
• Search for news stories
• Save stories in News for later
• Subscribe to individual news channels
• Get started with Notes
• Add or remove accounts
• Create and format notes
• Draw or write
• Add photos, videos, and more
• Scan text and documents
• Work with PDFs
• Create Quick Notes
• Search notes
• Organize in folders
• Organize with tags
• Use Smart Folders
• Export or print notes
• Change Notes settings
• Delete, share, or copy a photo
• View and edit Photo Booth photos in the Photos app
• View photos and videos
• Play videos and slideshows
• Delete or hide photos and videos
• Edit photos and videos
• Trim video length and adjust slow motion
• Edit Live Photos
• Edit Cinematic videos
• Edit portraits
• Use photo albums
• Edit, share, and organize albums
• Filter and sort photos and videos in albums
• Make stickers from your photos
• Duplicate and copy photos and videos
• Merge duplicate photos
• Search for photos
• Identify people and pets
• Browse photos by location
• Share photos and videos
• Share long videos
• View photos and videos shared with you
• Watch memories
• Personalize your memories
• Manage memories and featured photos
• Use iCloud Photos
• Create shared albums
• Add and remove people in a shared album
• Add and delete photos and videos in a shared album
• Set up or join an iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Add content to an iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Use iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Import and export photos and videos
• Print photos
• Find podcasts
• Listen to podcasts
• Follow your favorite podcasts
• Use the Podcasts widget
• Organize your podcast library
• Download, save, and share podcasts
• Subscribe to podcasts
• Listen to subscriber-only content
• Change download settings
• Make a grocery list
• Add items to a list
• Edit and manage a list
• Search and organize lists
• Work with templates
• Use Smart Lists
• Print reminders
• Use the Reminders widget
• Change Reminders settings
• Browse the web
• Search for websites
• Customize your Safari settings
• Change the layout
• Use Safari profiles
• Open and close tabs
• Organize your tabs with Tab Groups
• View your tabs from another device
• Share Tab Groups
• Use Siri to listen to a webpage

Bookmark a website

• Bookmark a website as a favorite
• Save pages to a Reading List
• Find links shared with you
• Annotate and save a webpage as a PDF
• Automatically fill in forms
• Get extensions
• Hide ads and distractions
• Clear your cache
• Browse the web privately
• Use passkeys in Safari
• Check stocks
• Manage multiple watchlists
• Read business news
• Add earnings reports to your calendar
• Use a Stocks widget
• Translate text, voice, and conversations
• Translate text in apps
• Translate with the camera view
• Subscribe to Apple TV+, MLS Season Pass, or an Apple TV channel
• Add your TV provider
• Get shows, movies, and more
• Watch sports
• Watch Major League Soccer with MLS Season Pass
• Watch multiple live sports streams
• Control playback
• Manage your library
• Change the settings
• Make a recording
• Play it back
• Edit or delete a recording
• Keep recordings up to date
• Organize recordings
• Search for or rename a recording
• Share a recording
• Duplicate a recording
• Check the weather
• Check the weather in other locations
• View weather maps
• Manage weather notifications
• Use Weather widgets
• Learn the weather icons
• Find out what Siri can do
• Tell Siri about yourself
• Have Siri announce calls and notifications
• Add Siri Shortcuts
• About Siri Suggestions
• Change Siri settings
• Set up Family Sharing
• Add Family Sharing members
• Remove Family Sharing members
• Share subscriptions
• Share purchases
• Share locations with family and locate lost devices
• Set up Apple Cash Family and Apple Card Family
• Set up parental controls
• Set up a child’s device
• Get started with Screen Time
• Protect your vision health with Screen Distance
• Set up Screen Time for yourself
• Set communication and safety limits and block inappropriate content
• Set up Screen Time for a family member
• Set up Apple Pay
• Use Apple Pay in apps and on the web
• Track your orders
• Use Apple Cash
• Use Apple Card
• Use Savings
• Manage payment cards and activity
• Power adapter and charge cable
• Use AirPods
• Use EarPods
• Use headphone audio-level features
• Apple Pencil compatibility
• Pair and charge Apple Pencil (1st generation)
• Pair and charge Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
• Pair and charge Apple Pencil (USB-C)
• Enter text with Scribble
• Draw with Apple Pencil
• Take and mark up a screenshot with Apple Pencil
• Quickly write notes
• Preview tools and controls with Apple Pencil hover
• Wirelessly stream videos and photos to Apple TV or a smart TV
• Connect to a display with a cable
• HomePod and other wireless speakers
• iPad keyboards
• Switch between keyboards
• Enter characters with diacritical marks
• Use shortcuts
• Choose an alternative keyboard layout
• Change typing assistance options
• Connect Magic Trackpad
• Trackpad gestures
• Change trackpad settings
• Connect a mouse
• Mouse actions and gestures
• Change mouse settings
• External storage devices
• Bluetooth accessories
• Apple Watch with Fitness+
• Share your internet connection
• Make and receive phone calls
• Use iPad as a second display for Mac
• Use iPad as a webcam
• Use a keyboard and mouse or trackpad across your Mac and iPad
• Hand off tasks between devices
• Cut, copy, and paste between iPad and other devices
• Stream video or mirror the screen of your iPad
• Use AirDrop to send items
• Connect iPad and your computer with a cable
• Transfer files between devices
• Transfer files with email, messages, or AirDrop
• Transfer files or sync content with the Finder or iTunes
• Automatically keep files up to date with iCloud
• Use an external storage device, a file server, or a cloud storage service
• Get started with accessibility features
• Turn on accessibility features for setup
• Change Siri accessibility settings
• Open features with Accessibility Shortcut
• Enlarge text by hovering
• Change color and brightness
• Make text easier to read
• Reduce onscreen motion
• Customize per-app visual settings
• Hear what’s on the screen or typed
• Hear audio descriptions
• Turn on and practice VoiceOver
• Change your VoiceOver settings
• Use VoiceOver gestures
• Operate iPad when VoiceOver is on
• Control VoiceOver using the rotor
• Use the onscreen keyboard
• Write with your finger
• Use VoiceOver with an Apple external keyboard
• Use a braille display
• Type braille on the screen
• Customize gestures and keyboard shortcuts
• Use VoiceOver with a pointer device
• Use VoiceOver for images and videos
• Use VoiceOver in apps
• Use AssistiveTouch
• Use an eye-tracking device
• Adjust how iPad responds to your touch
• Auto-answer calls
• Change Face ID and attention settings
• Use Voice Control
• Adjust the top or Home button
• Use Apple TV Remote buttons
• Adjust pointer settings
• Adjust keyboard settings
• Adjust AirPods settings
• Adjust Apple Pencil settings
• Control a nearby Apple device
• Intro to Switch Control
• Set up and turn on Switch Control
• Select items, perform actions, and more
• Control several devices with one switch
• Use hearing devices
• Use Live Listen
• Use sound recognition
• Set up and use RTT
• Flash the LED for alerts
• Adjust audio settings
• Play background sounds
• Display subtitles and captions
• Show transcriptions for Intercom messages
• Get Live Captions (beta)
• Type to speak
• Record a Personal Voice
• Use Guided Access
• Use built-in privacy and security protections
• Set a passcode
• Set up Face ID
• Set up Touch ID
• Control access to information on the Lock Screen
• Keep your Apple ID secure
• Use passkeys to sign in to apps and websites
• Sign in with Apple
• Share passwords
• Automatically fill in strong passwords
• Change weak or compromised passwords
• View your passwords and related information
• Share passkeys and passwords securely with AirDrop
• Make your passkeys and passwords available on all your devices
• Automatically fill in verification codes
• Sign in with fewer CAPTCHA challenges
• Two-factor authentication
• Use security keys
• Control app tracking permissions
• Control the location information you share
• Control access to information in apps
• Control how Apple delivers advertising to you
• Control access to hardware features
• Create and manage Hide My Email addresses
• Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay
• Use a private network address
• Use Advanced Data Protection
• Use Lockdown Mode
• Receive warnings about sensitive content
• Use Contact Key Verification
• Turn iPad on or off
• Force restart iPad
• Update iPadOS
• Back up iPad
• Return iPad settings to their defaults
• Restore all content from a backup
• Restore purchased and deleted items
• Sell, give away, or trade in your iPad
• Install or remove configuration profiles
• Important safety information
• Important handling information
• Find more resources for software and service
• FCC compliance statement
• ISED Canada compliance statement
• Apple and the environment
• Class 1 Laser information
• Disposal and recycling information
• Unauthorized modification of iPadOS
• ENERGY STAR compliance statement

Bookmark a website in Safari on iPad

Tap Add Bookmark.

Bookmark open tabs

Pinch closed with three fingers to view all your tabs.

Touch and hold one of your tabs, then tap Add Bookmarks for [ number of ] Tabs.

View and organize your bookmarks

Tap Edit, then do any of the following:

Create a new folder: Tap New Folder at the bottom left, enter a name, then tap Done.

Rename bookmarks: Tap the bookmark, enter a new name, then tap Done.

See your Mac bookmarks on iPad

Tap Show All (below Apps Using iCloud), then make sure Safari is turned on.

Note: You must also have Safari turned on in iCloud settings on your Mac and be signed in with the same Apple ID. See Set up iCloud for the Safari app on all your devices in the iCloud User Guide.

Add a website icon to the Home Screen

You can add a website icon to your iPad Home Screen for quick access.

The icon appears only on the device where you add it.

Note: Some websites may ask for permission to send you notifications. You can change your notification settings at any time. See Change notification settings .

Your Guide to Private Browsing in Safari

Private browsing is often misunderstood, but it can be a helpful feature if you know what’s what.

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What private browsing does in safari, how to use safari private browsing on iphone and ipad, how to use safari private browsing on a mac, how to disable safari private browsing on iphone and ipad, how to disable safari private browsing on a mac, key takeaways.

• Private Browsing in Safari hides browsing history, autofill details, downloads, and locks tabs after inactivity.
• Safari on Mac groups private and non-private tabs, while on iPhone it shows all tabs regardless of mode.
• To use Private Browsing in Safari, identify it by a dark address bar, "Private" indicator, or "Private" next to the site URL.

Most browsers offer a private browsing mode that aims to keep the websites you view off the record. But what exactly does it do in Safari and how do you get the best out of it?

First and foremost, Private Browsing keeps the website pages you visit out of your History . The aim is to prevent someone else from seeing which pages you have visited if they have access to your phone or computer.

In Safari, Private Browsing does a lot more than just hide URLs. It also:

• Prevents recent searches from showing up in your history.
• Stops remembering details you enter in forms for autofill.
• Keeps downloaded items from appearing in your Downloads list.
• Locks private tabs after a period of inactivity.
• Adds tracking and fingerprinting protection.

However, it’s important to note that Private Browsing does not stop you from being tracked altogether. Websites you visit will still be able to use various methods to track you, and will still have access to all data that you send them.

On macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, Safari groups private tabs together, and separates them from non-private tabs. On Mac, each Safari window is either private or non-private, and can have as many tabs as you want.

On iPhone, you can switch between private and non-private modes, each of which shows all tabs belonging to that mode.

You can spot when you’re viewing a private tab with these signs:

• The address bar has a dark background. This may be less noticeable if you’re using Dark Mode .
• On Mac, you’ll see a prominent Private indicator in the title bar.
• On iPhone, you’ll see Private alongside the site URL at the bottom of your screen.

The steps to enter Private Browsing mode are nearly identical on an iPhone and iPad. The only difference is that the tab icon is at the bottom of the screen on iOS and the top on iPadOS.

• Long-press the tab icon (two overlapping pages) on the bottom-right (iPhone) or top-right (iPad) of your screen.
• Tap the New Private Tab menu item.
• If locked, enter your passcode to unlock Private Browsing.

You can enter Private Browsing mode on macOS using either a menu item or a keyboard shortcut:

• Open the File menu and choose New Private Window .
• Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut Shift + Cmd + n .
• Use the browser as you normally would. Any tabs you open from this window will open in the same window, in private mode.

You may want to prevent users of an iPhone or iPad from using Private Browsing mode at all. To do so:

• Open the Settings app.
• Tap on Screen Time .
• Under RESTRICTIONS , click on Content & Privacy Restrictions .
• If not already enabled, press the toggle next to Content & Privacy Restrictions to enable.
• Tap Content Restrictions .
• Change the Web Content setting to Limit Adult Websites .

The option to enter private mode will now be gone.

On macOS, the wording of certain options differs slightly, but the overall process is near-identical to iOS:

• Open System Settings via the Apple menu.
• Click on Screen Time in the left panel.
• Under the Restrictions section, click on Content & Privacy .
• Click Content Restrictions .
• Change the Access to Web Content setting to Limit Adult Websites .

Private Browsing will now be unavailable in Safari, although any existing private windows will stay open.

Of course, anyone can re-enable Private Browsing using the same process, in reverse. However, you can use Screen Time’s Lock Screen Time Settings option to set a passcode and enforce the setting permanently.