iPhone SE 3 Safari Loading Very Slow? Here’s How to Fix It

Web pages taking forever to load on Safari? If your iPhone SE 3 (2022) is running iOS 15.5 and browsing feels sluggish, it could be anything from network issues to overloaded cache. Here’s a complete guide to speed up Safari and get things running smoothly again.


1. Close Safari and Restart It

Sometimes Safari just needs a fresh start.

  • Swipe up from the bottom of your screen and pause to open the App Switcher.
  • Find Safari and swipe it up to close.
  • Reopen Safari and check if loading speeds improve.
  • Also, close any extra tabs you don’t need — too many open tabs can bog things down.

2. Restart Your Router and iPhone

If your entire internet feels slow — not just Safari — try power cycling your network:

  1. Turn off your Wi-Fi router/modem and unplug it.
  2. Wait about 30 seconds, then plug it back in and turn it on.
  3. On your iPhone SE, press and hold the Side button and either Volume button, then slide to power off.
  4. Wait a few seconds, then turn the iPhone back on.

Rejoin your Wi-Fi and test Safari again.


3. Clear Safari’s History and Website Data

Old cache and cookies can mess with performance.

  • Go to Settings > Safari.
  • Tap Clear History and Website Data.
  • Confirm to wipe cached files, cookies, and history.

To only remove cookies:

  • Go to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Website Data.
  • Tap Remove All Website Data.

This frees up space and can fix loading issues.


4. Check and Optimize Your iPhone’s Storage

Low storage can slow down everything — even Safari.

  • Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
  • Review what’s using the most space.
  • Follow Apple’s Recommendations or tap Show All to manage files.
  • Consider offloading unused apps or deleting large media you don’t need.

5. Reset All Settings

If the problem started after a settings change or update, a settings reset might help.

  • Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset.
  • Tap Reset All Settings.
  • Enter your passcode if prompted and confirm.

This resets system and network settings, but won’t delete your data. You’ll need to reconnect to Wi-Fi and reconfigure some preferences afterward.


6. Update to the Latest iOS Version

Safari updates are bundled with iOS, so it’s worth checking for updates:

  • Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
  • If an update is available, tap Download and Install.

If your internet is too slow for over-the-air updates, you can update using a computer via iTunes or Finder on macOS.


7. Try an Alternative Browser

If Safari still feels sluggish:

  • Download Chrome, Firefox, or Edge from the App Store.
  • See if pages load faster using another browser.
  • If they do, the issue may be isolated to Safari.

8. Talk to Your Internet Provider

Still no luck? The problem could be with your internet service.

  • Contact your provider and ask if there are any outages or restrictions on your account.
  • They can also run remote diagnostics on your modem/router.
  • If the equipment is faulty, they may offer a replacement or repair.

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