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How to Check Safari is Up to Date
How to Check Safari is Up to Date

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Isabelle Talkington avatar
Written by Isabelle Talkington
Updated over 4 months ago

How to Make Sure Safari is Up to Date

Keeping Safari up to date is important for security, performance, and accessing the latest features. Here's a step-by-step guide to ensure your Safari browser is up to date:

Step 1: Open System Preferences

  1. Open System Preferences

    • Click on the Apple menu in the upper-left corner of your screen.

    • Select System Preferences from the drop-down menu.

Step 2: Go to Software Update

  1. Select Software Update

    • In the System Preferences window, click on Software Update.

Step 3: Check for Updates

  1. Check for Updates

    • The Software Update window will automatically check for updates. If an update for Safari or macOS is available, it will be listed here.

  2. Install Available Updates

    • If an update for Safari or macOS is available, click on the Update Now button to download and install the update.

    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Step 4: Confirm the Update

  1. Verify the Version

    • After the update is installed, you can verify that Safari is up to date by reopening the Software Update window. If no updates are available, it means Safari is up to date.

Alternative Method: Enable Automatic Updates

  1. Enable Automatic Updates

    • To ensure Safari stays up to date automatically, you can enable automatic updates:

      • Open the Software Update window by following steps 1 and 2 above.

      • Check the box next to Automatically keep my Mac up to date.

  2. Set Update Preferences

    • Click on the Advanced button to customize automatic update settings.

    • Ensure that Check for updates, Download new updates when available, and Install system data files and security updates are selected.

    • Click OK to save the settings.

By following these steps, you can easily check if your Safari browser is up to date and ensure you are running the latest version. Keeping your browser updated helps protect you from security vulnerabilities and allows you to enjoy the newest features and improvements.

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