How to Fix Links in Safari Not Working on Mac

Users experience difficulty opening links, viewing full content on web pages, and logging into certain sites within the Safari browser on macOS.

How to fix links in Safari that don't work on Mac

Problems with Safari on macOS: Methodical approach to troubleshooting

Problem summary:

macOS users experience difficulties browsing the web with Safari, including:

• Inability to open links.
• Incomplete display of the content of web pages.
• Inability to log in to certain websites.

Problem analysis:

The potential causes of these problems are diverse, and include:

• Third-party extensions: Safari extensions can cause conflicts that affect browser performance.
• Cached data and corrupted cookies: The accumulation of corrupted data can interfere with the loading and rendering of web pages.
• Misconfigured settings: Incorrect settings in Safari can prevent some functions from working correctly.
• Outdated version of Safari: The current version of Safari may contain bugs that cause these issues.

Problem solving methodology:

It is recommended to follow a methodical and systematic approach to troubleshoot Safari:

1. Deactivation of extensions:

• Start Safari and go to Safari > Preferences > Extensions .
• Disable all installed extensions and check if the problem persists.
• In case the problem is resolved, activate the extensions one by one to identify the one that is causing the conflict.

2. Clean cache and data:

• Open Safari and go to Safari > Preferences > Advanced .
• In the "Cache" tab, click "Restore browser settings" .
• Select the options you want to delete (for example, "Cache", "History", "Cookies").
• Confirm the action by clicking "Restore" .

3. Review of configurations:

• Content blockers: Verify that content blockers are not affecting the websites you are trying to use. Navigate to Safari > Preferences > Websites and select a specific website to review its content blocker settings.
• JavaScript: Make sure JavaScript is enabled. Go to Safari > Preferences > Advanced and check the “Enable JavaScript” box .

4. Safari Update:

• Open the App Store and check for available updates for Safari.
• Install all pending updates.

5. Evaluation of an alternative browser:

• If the problem persists, as a temporary measure, you can choose to use an alternative browser such as Firefox or Chrome to check if the problem occurs in these browsers.

Additional Support Resources:

• Apple Support for Safari: https://support.apple.com/safari
• Apple discussion forums: https://discussions.apple.com/welcome

Additional considerations:

• If the problem persists after implementing the mentioned solutions, it is advisable to contact Apple support for specialized assistance.

Note: A more technical and formal style has been used in this response, maintaining the clarity and conciseness of the message. More precise terms have been used and informal language has been avoided.

Problems with links not working in Safari on Mac can usually be fixed by following the methods described above. If the problem persists, feel free to contact Apple Support for further assistance.