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JavaScript is a standardized cross-platform scripting language, commonly used in web browsers to create interactive applications for dynamic websites. Some users might choose to disable JavaScript due to potential compatibility issues, security vulnerabilities, or system/network concerns. This article will explain how to turn off JavaScript in various web browsers.
Steps
Disabling JavaScript in Mozilla Firefox
Open Firefox.
In the address bar, type about:config and press Enter.
Click "I'll be careful, I promise!" in the next dialog box that appears.
Search for the preference name javascript.enabled. To easily find this option, type "javascript" in the search bar.
Right-click on javascript.enabled and select "Toggle". The status will change to "user set", and the preference name will be bolded.
Close the about:config tab.
Disabling JavaScript in Internet Explorer
Open Internet Explorer.
Click the gear icon located at the top-right corner of the page.
Select "Internet Options" from the dropdown menu.
Click on the "Security" tab.
Select "Custom Level" and scroll down until you find the "Scripting" section.
Click the "Disable" option under Active Scripting.
Disabling JavaScript in Safari
Open Safari.
At the top of the screen, click the "Safari" menu. Select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu that appears.
Click on the Security tab.
Uncheck the "Enable JavaScript" box.
Disabling JavaScript in Google Chrome
Open Google Chrome.
Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the window.
Click on "Settings". A new tab will open to show the Settings page.
Click on "Show advanced settings".
Scroll down to the "Privacy" section and click the "Content Settings" button.
Scroll to the "JavaScript" section and select the option "Do not allow any site to run JavaScript".
Click on "Done".
