Quick DIY iPhone Charger Port FIX - not charging, loose connection - 6, 7, 8, XS, XR, 11, 12 + ipad, by How To with Lech on YouTube. 5 min 38 s.
- Video length
- 5 min 38 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Power the phone off completely before you poke anything into the port. This protects the contacts if a metal tool slips.
Shine a flashlight into the charging port and look for a compacted plug of lint or dust at the bottom.
Take a wooden toothpick or plastic pick and gently scrape along the back wall of the port. Work from one side to the other.
Pull out the loosened lint in small clumps. Do not push it deeper toward the contacts.
Turn the phone so the port faces down and tap the back lightly to shake out remaining dust. A soft brush helps.
Check the port again with the flashlight. Repeat the scraping until the bottom looks clear and you can see the metal contacts.
Plug in your charging cable and confirm it clicks in fully and sits flush against the phone.
Power the phone back on and check that the battery icon shows it is charging.
Tips and common mistakes
Avoid metal pins, needles or paper clips, since they can scratch or short the charging contacts.
Do this in a well-lit spot over a table so you can see what comes out and don't lose small parts.
If the port is clear but the phone still won't charge, try a different cable and charger before assuming the port is broken.
Clean the port every few months if you carry the phone in a pocket or bag with lint.
Questions
Why does my iPhone charger feel loose?
Lint packed into the bottom of the port stops the cable from seating fully. Clearing it usually makes the plug click in again.
Can I use a metal pin to clean the port?
It is not recommended. A toothpick or plastic pick is safer because it won't scratch the contacts or cause a short.
What if cleaning doesn't fix the charging problem?
Test another cable and charger first. If it still fails, the port or battery may need a repair from Apple or a repair shop.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
