How do I troubleshoot my iPhone not charging?
Follow these steps:
- Remove any debris from the charging port on the bottom of your device.
- Restart your iPhone or iPod touch.
- Try a different USB cable or charger.
- Make sure you have the latest version of iOS.
- Contact Apple Support to set up service.
Why is my iPhone all of a sudden not charging?
These alerts can appear for a few reasons: Your iOS device might have a dirty or damaged charging port. Your charging accessory is defective, damaged, or isn’t Apple-certified. Your USB charger isn’t designed to charge devices.
Why is my iPhone charging slot not working?
One of the most common causes of charging problems is the charging port becoming clogged with dirt, dust, or debris. Dirt or lint can build up inside the charging port and prevent the charging cable from engaging properly with the charging contacts inside the port.
Can I use rubbing alcohol to clean my iPhone charging port?
Using a wipe and a toothpick, or applying rubbing alcohol to a bit of cotton that is then swiped inside the port can be effective for removing the clingiest of dirt.
Can I fix my iPhone charging port?
You can replace your own iPhone charging port if you’re tech savvy and have a bit of patience. It’s the cheapest replacement option; however, it requires you to disassemble your iPhone, so you shouldn’t attempt the repair if you’re not comfortable doing that.
How do I clean my iPhone charging port?
Grab a small toothpick, or roll a paper or cotton product into a small tip. Carefully insert the tip into the port and jiggle it to loosen dirt or debris. Give the port another burst of compressed air to help remove anything you’ve loosened. Reinsert the Lightning connector into the port and turn the phone back on.
How do I remove debris from my iPhone charging port?
Turn off your iPhone by going to Settings > General > Shut Down. Grab a small toothpick, or roll a paper or cotton product into a small tip. Carefully insert the tip into the port and jiggle it to loosen dirt or debris. Give the port another burst of compressed air to help remove anything you’ve loosened.
Why does my iPhone keep saying this accessory may not be supported?
Here’s when these alerts might appear: Your accessory is defective, damaged, or not Apple-certified. The accessory isn’t supported by your device. Your iOS device has a dirty or damaged connector.
Can you fix an iPhone charging port?
Can you use a paperclip to clean iPhone charging port?
If you are going to try to pick stubborn debris out of your charging port, do not do so with a paperclip or safety pin, or any other metal object. You may be tempted to use compressed air to blast dust and lint out of your iPhone’s charging port.