Long back, we came up with a guide on installing the Apple Safari browser on Windows 10/11. In the guide, we discussed installing an outdated version of Safari browser on Windows 10/11.
A PC user who read the guide contacted us asking if it’s possible to install the latest version of the Safari browser on Windows 10/11.
Install Safari’s newest version on Windows 10/11?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to install the latest version of Safari browser on Windows 10/11. The reason is that Apple stopped developing Safari browser for Windows a decade ago. Hence, the latest or recent versions of Safari do not support Windows 10/11.
Install Safari on Windows 10/11 by installing macOS on a virtual machine?
Yes, theoretically, the only way to use the Safari browser on a Windows 10/11 PC is to install macOS in a virtual machine and then use the macOS and the built-in Safari browser. However, remember that macOS is not officially available for virtual machines or devices other than Macs.
Is Safari’s latest version available for Windows 10/11?
The answer is no. Apple is no longer developing Safari for Windows. Safari browser is currently available for macOS and iOS only.
Is Safari for Windows discontinued?
As you might know, the Safari browser was available for Windows for years. However, in 2010, Apple stopped developing Safari for Windows.
So, Apple must have discontinued Safari for Windows for a reason. Unfortunately, there is no official information on if and when Safari will be available for Windows again.
Is it safe to install outdated Safari on Windows 10/11?
No. We do not recommend installing an outdated version of Safari or any software on your computer. For the best experience, always use the latest version. Besides security, the outdated Safari cannot compete with current versions of web browsers. In addition, it lacks several features available in modern browsers.
Instead, we recommend using browsers like Microsoft Edge, Chrome, or Firefox.
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