How to Enable Microphone in Safari
Safari requires permission to access your microphone. This page shows how to enable microphone access for websites on Mac. Follow these steps to allow microphone permissions in Safari.
You can use the online microphone test to confirm whether your device is working.
Enable Microphone for a Specific Website
Allow microphone access for individual websites using Safari's website preferences.
- Click the microphone icon in Safari's address bar when a site requests access
- Select "Allow" from the dropdown menu
- Refresh the page after allowing permission
- The website can now access your microphone
Enable Microphone in Safari Preferences
Configure microphone permissions for all websites through Safari Preferences.
- Open Safari → Preferences (or Safari → Settings on newer macOS)
- Go to Websites tab
- Select Microphone from the left sidebar
- Find the website in the list
- Change permission from "Deny" to "Allow"
- Refresh the website after changing permission
Use Safari Address Bar Icon
Safari shows a microphone icon in the address bar when a site requests microphone access.
- Look for the microphone icon in the address bar
- Click the icon to see current permission status
- Select "Allow" to grant permission
- Select "Deny" to block permission
- Refresh the page after changing permission
Check System Microphone Permissions
Safari also requires system-level microphone permissions on Mac. Verify these are enabled.
- System Preferences → Security & Privacy → Privacy tab
- Select Microphone from the left sidebar
- Ensure Safari is checked in the list
- If Safari is not listed, click the lock icon and add it
- Restart Safari after changing system permissions
Troubleshoot Microphone Not Working
If microphone still doesn't work after enabling permissions, try these steps.
- Close other applications using the microphone
- Restart Safari completely
- Check that the correct microphone is selected in System Preferences → Sound → Input
- Update Safari to the latest version
- Clear Safari cache and cookies for the website
Test Microphone After Enabling
After enabling microphone permissions, use the online microphone test to verify access works. The test shows real-time volume levels and confirms your microphone is detected.
Related Fixes
You can use the online microphone test to confirm everything is working.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enable microphone in Safari?
Go to Safari → Preferences → Websites → Microphone. Select "Allow" for the website you want to use. You can also click the microphone icon in Safari's address bar when a site requests access and select "Allow".
Where are microphone settings in Safari?
Safari microphone settings are in Safari → Preferences → Websites → Microphone. This shows all websites that have requested microphone access and their current permission status.
Use the online microphone test to confirm everything is working.