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iOS 15 brought some dramatic changes to the way we navigate the Safari web browser. Those changes were designed with ease of navigation in mind, but not everyone likes the new layout, and that's okay! If you'd rather use the old Safari version with the address bar at the top, we'll show you how to go back to the old Safari layout.
Why You'll Love This Tip
- Safari looking upside down? Move the Safari address bar back to the top of the screen.
- Go back to the old Safari to navigate the way you're used to.
How to Go Back to the Old Safari from before iOS 15
Where is the Safari address bar? How do I go back to the old Safari from before iOS 15? Don't worry, you're not the only one asking these questions. We can help! The steps below will help you fix Safari and make it look the way it used to. While the Safari layout changed in iOS 15, you can still use these steps in iOS 16 to revert to its previous interface. If you like this tip, check out our other iOS 16 navigation and settings tips by signing up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter.
- Open the Settings app.
- Scroll down and tap on Safari.
- Scroll down to the Tabs section.
- Tap on the bubble under Single Tab.
This will switch Safari back to the layout from before iOS 15 and put the address bar back at the top! Now you'll be able to navigate Safari in almost the same way as before the software update, but it's important to note that you'll still see some differences in your tabs layout and other tab functions. Since you know how to get back the old Safari layout, be sure to read our article on how to maintain your iPhone's lithium-ion battery.