How to fix the Safari crashing issue?

Download and Install the Software Updates:

Make sure that your computer is running the latest version of macOS. Then, install system updates as well as the most current version of the Safari browser. If you've got any Safari extensions it is recommended to update them too. Once you've finished the updates restart your device, and open the browser once more to determine whether the problem is been fixed.

To install the most current version of macOS Follow the steps below:

  • Select from the Apple choice.

  • Choose About This Mac from the drop-down menu.

  • Choose the Software Update in the drop-down menu.

  • If an update is available you'll be notified by clicking on the Update Now button.

Clear Safari Cache Files:

 

Clear Safari's caches to have an even more powerful Safari cleaning that can remove the old settings and data. It can assist in resolving the Safari freezing issue on Mac. It is recommended to remove Safari cache files when you are in Safe Mode. Mac is running in Safe Mode to prevent Safari crashes and to ensure it is more effective in resolving any possible errors. Follow the steps below to delete cache files:

  1. Shut off the Mac.

  2. Log in while you turn your Mac by pressing Shift (or choose to continue in safe mode for M1 Macs)

  3. Safe Boot will now be visible within the Menu Bar.

  4. Choose the Go To Folder... in the menu bar in the Finder. (Shift + G) (+ Shift + G) (+ Shift + G) (+

  5. Delete all files in the /Library/Caches/com.apple.Safari/ folder by typing: /Library/Caches/com.apple.Safari/

  6. To escape Safe Mode, restart your Mac.
     

Quit and Restart Safari:

 

The solution to a Safari crash issue that persists with Mac software is typically just as easy as forcing the user to quit the application and then reinstalling it. For instance, when Safari crashes, it generally simply shuts down and doesn't stop, even if you type Cmd+Q. Here's how you can make Safari close and begin with a fresh session.

  1. To open to the Apple menu, just click the Apple icon located in the upper-left right-hand corner. Select Force Quit from the drop-down menu.

  2. Click Safari by selecting it from the menu drop-down, and then hit the Force Quit button.

  3. Start Spotlight using the keyboard Cmd+Space shortcut, type in Safari then hit Enter to open the program.
     

Switch off Extensions:

 

Extensions that are outdated or damaged could cause issues in Safari. Even when they're up to current, you may temporarily disable them in order to see whether they're causing issues.

  • Select Preferences from the Safari menu to launch Safari.

  • Review the extensions available on the Extensions tab.

  • By removing the checkbox for each extension, you can turn off the extension.

  • Close the settings and run an experiment with your browser.

If Safari is restored after this procedure It is most likely caused by a damaged extension and you'll have to remove it. Uninstalling an extension is possible by choosing it, and then pressing on the uninstall icon.

 

Delete Website Data and Cookies:

 

It may be helpful to erase all information from your website and cookies as well as the cache for websites. This eliminates outdated or damaged websites that could be making Safari crash on your Mac to fail to function properly.

  • Start Spotlight and look for Safari using the keyboard shortcut. To launch the app you need to enter Enter.

  • In order to access Preferences, click the Safari option at the top-left edge of the bar menu.

  • Choose the "Manage Website Data' option under the Privacy tab.

  • Hit the Remove All button when the loading window is finished with the web page information.

  • "Remove all" will delete all data associated with your browser history from any websites you've visited previously.

 

Check the Activity Monitor:

 

You can utilize Activity Monitor to see the processes in progress which aren't functioning on your Mac. Safari is sometimes unable to function because of malfunctioning mechanisms.

To maximize the use of your Activity Monitor Follow these steps:

  • Open Activity Monitor on your Mac.

  • Within the Search Bar in the search bar, enter Safari.

  • Safari's performance can be hindered by any of the faults highlighted in red.

  • Click twice to quit an activity.

If you follow the troubleshooting techniques for a safari that crashes on Mac as described above, you are successfully able to resolve your issue of safari keeps crashing. Then hopefully, you'll be able to continue to use Safari without problems!