Safari doesn't work - you can do that

If Safari stops working, the problem can either be from the browser itself or from the operating system. We show you possible causes of the error and the associated solutions in this practical tip.

Safari browser has stopped working. So you can fix it

• First, make sure you have the latest version of Safari installed. To do this, open the "Apple Software Update" program on your computer. If an update for Safari is available here, download it.
• Even outdated extensions can lead to errors in Safari. To do this, click on the cog in the browser at the top right and then go to "Settings". Under the "Extensions" tab, you can see whether updates are available for your add-ons.
• The cause of the problem may also lie with Windows itself. Therefore, look in the "Control Panel" under "Windows Update" to see whether updates are available. If so, import them into the system. Find out how to update your MacOS system here.
• Your antivirus or firewall may also be responsible for making Safari stop working. First, update your security tools and add Safari to the exceptions list in the firewall.
• Sometimes it also helps if you reset Safari to the default settings. In the linked practical tip you will find instructions for both Windows and Mac OS.
• The radical variant can also lead to success: First uninstall the Safari browser and restart your computer. Then install Safari again with administrator rights.