Fix: iPhone Not Charging Properly or Charging Slowly

If your iPhone is not charging properly, charging slowly, or not charging at all, try these troubleshooting steps to fix the issue.

Solution 1: Check Your Charging Cable and Adapter

Faulty or damaged accessories can cause charging issues.

1. Inspect your Lightning or USB-C cable for damage.
2. Try using a different Apple-certified charger and adapter.
3. Plug your charger into a different power outlet.

Solution 2: Clean the Charging Port

Dirt or debris in the charging port may block the connection.

1. Turn off your iPhone.
2. Use a flashlight to inspect the charging port.
3. Gently clean it with a toothpick or a soft brush.
4. Try charging your iPhone again.

Solution 3: Force Restart Your iPhone

If your iPhone is not responding, a force restart may help.

• For iPhone 8 and later: Press and release Volume Up, press and release Volume Down, then hold the Power button until the Apple logo appears.
• For iPhone 7 series: Hold Volume Down and Power simultaneously until the Apple logo appears.
• For iPhone 6s and earlier: Hold Home and Power together until the Apple logo appears.

Solution 4: Check for Software Issues

Sometimes, software glitches can cause charging problems.

1. Go to Settings → General → Software Update and install any available updates.
2. Reset all settings by navigating to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset → Reset All Settings.

Solution 5: Enable Optimized Battery Charging

If your iPhone stops charging at around 80%, this may be due to Optimized Battery Charging.

1. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery Health & Charging.
2. Turn off Optimized Battery Charging to allow full charging.

Solution 6: Try Wireless Charging (If Supported)

If your iPhone supports wireless charging, place it on a Qi-certified wireless charger to see if it charges.

Solution 7: Check for Liquid Damage

If your iPhone has been exposed to moisture, it may not charge.

1. Look for a red indicator inside the SIM tray (indicates liquid damage).
2. If wet, let it dry for at least 24 hours before attempting to charge.

Solution 8: Contact Apple Support

If none of the above solutions work, visit an Apple Store or authorized repair center for further assistance.

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