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My iPhone got wet

Apple: “Learn about splash, water, and dust resistance on your iPhone. And learn what to do if your iPhone gets wet accidentally.”

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Do this first

Unplug it — don't charge it yet

  • If your iPhone has been exposed to liquid, unplug all cables and do not charge your device until it’s completely dry. Using accessories or charging when wet might damage your iPhone. Allow at least 5 hours before charging with a Lightning or USB-C cable or connecting an accessory.

Apple: About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later ↗

Then

  1. 1 Rinse and wipe it

    • If a liquid other than water splashes on your iPhone, rinse the affected area with tap water.
    • Wipe your iPhone off with a soft, lint-free cloth—for example, a lens cloth.
    • Make sure that your iPhone is dry before opening the SIM tray.

    Apple: About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later ↗

  2. 2 Dry it

    Apple: “Don't dry your iPhone using an external heat source or insert a foreign object, such as a cotton swab or a paper towel, into the Lightning or USB-C connector.”

    • To dry your iPhone, tap it gently against your hand with the Lightning or USB-C connector facing down to remove excess liquid. Leave your iPhone in a dry area with some airflow. Placing your iPhone in front of a fan blowing cool air directly into the Lightning or USB-C connector might help the drying process.

    Apple: About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later ↗

  3. 3 Wireless charging

    • For wireless charging, wipe off your iPhone with a soft, lint-free cloth—for example, a lens cloth. Make sure that your iPhone is dry before you place it on a compatible wireless charging mat.

    Apple: About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later ↗

  4. 4 Speaker sounds muffled?

    • Check to see if water is in the microphone or speaker: Place your iPhone, speaker side down, on a lint-free cloth and see if water drips out. Water in the port might degrade speaker or microphone performance until it completely evaporates. Dry your iPhone using the previous instructions.

    Apple: About splash, water, and dust resistance of iPhone 7 and later ↗

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