With the introduction of macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple has brought a more powerful Siri experience, complete with deeper AI integration and smarter responses. Designed to perform a wide range of tasks seamlessly while ensuring the needed privacy, the AI assistant is ready to deliver the goods at a never-before-seen scale.
However, not everyone prefers the new interface or AI-powered interactions. If you miss the familiar Siri design and behavior, Apple lets you switch back to Siri Classic on supported Macs. Whether you prefer its simpler interface, consistent voice responses, or just want a more familiar experience, reverting to Siri Classic takes only a few moments. Follow along to find out how to get back Siri Classic in macOS 27 Golden Gate on Mac.
- On your Mac, head over to the System Settings app > Screen Time > Content & Privacy > Siri > Click on the drop-down menu and choose Siri.
- In the end, make sure to click on the Done button to confirm the action.
That’s all there is to it!
Switching back to Siri Classic in macOS 27 is a quick way to enjoy the familiar Siri experience while still benefiting from the latest macOS improvements.
If you ever decide to try the newer AI-powered Siri again, you can easily switch back by revisiting the same settings.
1. What are Siri Extensions on Mac?
Siri Extensions allow supported apps to integrate with Siri, enabling you to perform app-specific tasks using voice commands. They can improve productivity by letting Siri interact with compatible applications.
2. Why can’t I find the Siri Extensions option on my Mac?
The Siri Extensions setting may not appear if your Mac is running an older version of macOS, your device doesn’t support the feature, or the installed apps don’t offer Siri integration. Make sure macOS and your apps are up to date.
3. Does disabling Siri Extensions affect Siri itself?
No. Disabling Siri Extensions only prevents Siri from interacting with supported third-party apps. Siri’s core features, such as answering questions, setting reminders, and controlling system settings, continue to work normally.
4. Can I enable Siri Extensions for only specific apps?
Yes. macOS lets you manage Siri Extensions on an app-by-app basis, so you can enable Siri access for the apps you trust while keeping it disabled for others.
5. Do I need Apple Intelligence to use Siri Extensions?
Some Siri Extension features may rely on Apple Intelligence in newer versions of macOS, while others work with standard Siri functionality. The available options depend on your Mac model, macOS version, and the capabilities of the installed apps.
