iPhone Won't Charge! How To Fix?

[Emberrichards]

My iPhone suddenly won’t charge, and I’m not sure what’s causing it. I’ve tried switching cables and outlets, but nothing seems to work. Could you help me figure out what might be wrong and suggest some effective ways to fix this charging issue?

 

[danisjohn]

If your iPhone won’t charge, try cleaning the charging port, using a different cable or adapter, or restarting the device. If it still won’t charge, check for software updates or visit Apple Support.

 

[James Bond]

If your iPhone won’t charge, check the charging cable and adapter for damage, clean the Lightning port gently, and try another power source. Restart your iPhone, update iOS, or use wireless charging if available. If it still doesn’t charge, visit an Apple Service Center.

 

[Daryl_Dixon]

If your iPhone won’t charge, try these steps:

• Check the cable and charger for damage or try a different one.
• Clean the charging port gently to remove dust or debris.
• Restart your iPhone or force restart if needed.
• Update iOS to the latest version.
• Try charging from a wall outlet instead of a computer.

If it still doesn’t work, the battery or port might need professional repair.

 

[stevesmith]

Try these actions:

1. Make sure your adapter and cable are Apple-certified and inspect them for damage.
2. Clean the iPhone's charging port gently of any lint or debris.
3. Try using a different wall outlet.
4. To fix software bugs, force-restart your iPhone.

The battery or port may need to be serviced if it still won't charge.

 

[Lucas]

If your iPhone won’t charge, try these steps to fix it:

1. Check the cable and adapter – Try a different charging cable or power adapter.
2. Clean the charging port – Use a soft brush or toothpick to remove dust or debris.
3. Restart your iPhone – Sometimes a simple restart fixes charging issues.
4. Try another power source – Plug into a different wall outlet or USB port.
5. Check for software updates – Go to Settings → General → Software Update.
6. Use wireless charging (if supported) – To see if the issue is with the port.
7. Inspect for water or damage – If your phone got wet, let it dry completely.
8. Reset settings – Go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset All Settings.
9. Contact Apple Support – If none of these work, there may be a hardware issue.

Tip: Always use Apple-certified chargers to avoid charging problems.

 

[Ammy]

• Check the cable and adapter for damage.
• Clean the charging port with a soft brush or toothpick.
• Restart your iPhone.
• Try a different charger or outlet.
• Update iOS or reset settings if needed.
  If it still won’t charge, contact Apple Support.

 

[Harry Brook]

When your iPhone is not charging, check the fundamentals first, it could be a bad cable, adapter or outlet (swich to a different device or a different charger). then cleanse and wipe the point of charge with such a brush, or tooth-point, as will wipe out the lint. Restart the iPhone with force, and use another cable, adapter or wireless charger, where possible. In case it will not charge further, update iOS or look at the warnings of moisture. In cases of continuous problems, attempt charging by connecting it through the computer USB and check whether it will be recognized or not, then probably it is a hardware or a battery problem, then take it to the Apple Support or an Apple Store to fix it.

 

[peterkavinsky]

If your iPhone won’t charge, try these fixes:

1. Check the cable and adapter for damage or dirt.
2. Clean the charging port gently using a soft brush or toothpick.
3. Restart your iPhone to reset temporary glitches.
4. Try a different outlet or charger to rule out power issues.
5. Update iOS if a software bug is causing the problem.
6. If it still won’t charge, try wireless charging (if supported).