5 Safari Extensions That Will Transform Your Browsing Experience
Block ads, enable dark mode, multitask with videos, and streamline your workflow — all within Safari.
Safari has come a long way. It’s faster, more privacy-focused, and less cluttered than most browsers — especially Chrome, which often sacrifices speed and simplicity for unnecessary add-ons and data collection.
Still, even Safari can be improved. With the right extensions, Apple’s sleek browser becomes a productivity powerhouse. Below are five underrated Safari extensions that make your browsing faster, cleaner, and smarter.
1. Give Every Website a Dark Mode with Noir
If you love browsing in dark mode, you’ve probably noticed that not every website cooperates. Enter Noir — a Safari extension that automatically applies dark mode to sites that don’t support it natively.
Whether you’re working late at night or just prefer the aesthetic, Noir delivers a uniform, eye-friendly browsing experience. It’s simple, elegant, and a must-have for anyone who’s serious about visual comfort.
2. Copy Links Instantly with Supercopy
It’s a small thing — until you start using it daily.
Supercopy adds a simple shortcut (Command + Shift + C) to instantly copy the URL of your current tab. It’s a fast, intuitive way to share links or paste them into your notes without extra clicks.
Originally inspired by the now-discontinued Arc browser, Supercopy keeps that handy feature alive for Safari users who love efficiency.
3. Block Ads and Clutter Effortlessly with wBlock
Tired of intrusive ads and endless pop-ups? You’re not alone. The internet is nearly unusable without a good ad blocker.
wBlock is one of the best options for Safari users — it’s lightweight, effective, and fully integrated into Apple’s ecosystem. Unlike Chrome-based blockers that rely on slow workarounds, wBlock uses Safari’s native content-blocking engine, ensuring speed and efficiency.
It supports popular blocklists, updates automatically, and is completely free. If you’re still seeing too many ads, pair it with Userscripts for even deeper customization.
4. Keep Watching Videos While You Work with Autopip
Multitaskers, this one’s for you.
On iPhone and iPad, Safari automatically activates Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode when you switch tabs — but macOS users are left out. Autopip changes that.
With this extension, any video you play continues in a small floating window even when you switch tabs or apps. You can keep an eye on tutorials, livestreams, or music videos without interrupting your workflow.
5. Clean Up Your Reddit Feed with Protego
Reddit can be a great source of information — or a rabbit hole of frustration. Protego helps you take control of your feed by filtering out toxic or distracting content.
You can block specific subreddits, hide promoted posts, and even filter out posts containing certain keywords. The result: a calmer, more productive browsing experience that helps you focus on what really matters.
Final Thoughts
Safari is already one of the best browsers in terms of privacy and performance. But with the right tools, it can become smarter, cleaner, and more efficient than ever.
If you use Safari daily — whether for research, work, or entertainment — give these extensions a try. They’ll help you stay focused, protect your privacy, and make the web feel like it’s truly working for you.