If your phone gets wet or you keep it in the environment with a high humidity level, the charging port can be damaged by corrosion. Dust, debris, and dirt will block the contacts and prevent the port from working properly.
How do I know if my port is damaged?
Plug a variety of devices into the USB port you think is damaged. If none of them work, the port is probably broken. Connect the same devices to the USB ports on a different computer. If they work, this is another indication your ports may be damaged.
What to do if you have a damaged charging port?
Inspect both the cord and the connector. If you do see the damage, perhaps it’s time to buy a new Lightning Cable. If there is no visible damage, try using your computer as a charger by connecting your iPhone to your Lightning Cable, then plug in the cable to your computer’s USB port.
Can water damage charging port?
Do Not Blow Into Your Smartphone USB Port
When there’s water in your USB port, one of the first instincts you get might be to blow into it to dry it out. However, this is not recommended as it is not effective and may force the water further into the USB port.
Can a broken charging port be fixed?
You just need to call an electrician to fix the faulty wall adapter, buy a new extension box or get your computer USB port fixed.
Why is my phone not charging even when plugged?
Your charging cable might have a loose wire, the adapter could have malfunctioned, or even the socket it’s plugged into could be failing to transmit the current properly. To rule out a faulty cable, attempt to charge your phone through a different cable, adapter, or power source.
Why is my charger not going all the way in?
Why An iPhone Charger Might Not Stay In
There are several different reasons why your iPhone charger may not stay in. It’s possible the cable you’re trying to use is damaged or that your iPhone’s charging port is obstructed. You may be using a cheap knock-off cable or one that wasn’t designed to work with an iPhone.
How do I clean a charging port?
Turn off your device and use the can of compressed air or the bulb syringe to clean out the charging port. Blast a few short bursts and see if any dust falls out. If using compressed air, make sure you’re holding the can upright to avoid getting water inside the port.
How much does it cost to get your charging port cleaned?
Bring It To A Professional
At iRepairIT, a charging port cleaning only costs $25. And if our technicians find that the cleaning wasn’t the issue, and you still need to replace the charging port, the $25 you paid for the cleaning go towards the replacement. Easy-peasy.
