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How to Install and Use Safari Extensions on iPhone

Tap each step to follow along in order.

  1. Install a Safari extension app from the App Store

    Searching 'Safari extensions' in the App Store surfaces plenty of options β€” ad blockers, translators, dark mode, and more. Install whichever one you want.

  2. Go to Settings β†’ Apps β†’ Safari β†’ Extensions

    Open the iPhone Settings app, then go to 'Apps' β†’ 'Safari' β†’ 'Extensions.'

  3. Turn on the extension you installed

    Tap the extension you just installed in the list and switch on 'Allow Extension' to start using it right away in Safari.

  4. Block ads with a content blocker

    Turning on an ad-blocking app as an extension automatically blocks ads and tracking scripts whenever you open a webpage in Safari.

  5. Translate foreign-language pages instantly

    With a translation extension turned on, opening a page in another language lets you tap the icon next to the address bar to view a translated version right away.

  6. Set extensions differently per Safari profile

    If you use multiple profiles in Safari, you can turn extensions on or off separately for each one β€” handy for keeping work and personal browsing separate.

Extend What Safari Can Do

Safari works fine as-is, but adding extensions lets you expand the browser itself β€” ad blocking, automatic translation, dark mode β€” for a noticeably more comfortable browsing experience.

Want to Mark Up Photos Too?

Once your browsing setup is dialed in, it's worth checking out how to add markup to photos on iPhone as well, so you can annotate a captured page or photo directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I turn on several extensions at the same time?

Yes β€” you can enable multiple extensions at once, but more extensions can slow down page loading, so it's best to keep on only the ones you actually use regularly.

Can I turn off an extension for just one site?

Yes β€” tapping the extension icon next to the address bar lets you turn it on or off individually for the website you're currently viewing.