Fixing iPhone Recovery Mode: A Complete Guide

If you ever find yourself in a situation where your iPhone is stuck in recovery mode or you need to put it into recovery mode, this guide is for you. We’ll walk you through the steps to get your iPhone out of recovery mode and provide tips on preventing recovery mode loop issues.

How to Start iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and iPhone Xr in Recovery Mode

If your iPhone or iPad is unresponsive when connected to your computer and iTunes, you’ll need to put it into recovery mode:

1. Turn off your iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, or iPhone Xr
2. Press the Home button while connecting your device to the PC. Continue doing this until the screen confirms that your device has successfully connected to iTunes
3. Tap OK when iTunes indicates that your device is in recovery mode
4. Click on “Restore iPad” or “Restore iPhone” to complete the process

Note: Restoring your iPhone will result in the loss of all data, so be sure to backup your information beforehand.

Fixing iPhone Recovery Mode Loop

If your iPhone gets stuck in a recovery mode loop, follow these simple steps to fix it:

1. Download and launch the RecBoot software on your PC (available for Windows and Mac)
2. Connect your iPhone to the PC
3. Click on the “Exit recovery mode” option in RecBoot
4. These steps should resolve the recovery mode loop issue

Getting Your iPhone out of Recovery Mode

If the previous methods don’t work, there are alternative ways to exit recovery mode:

1. Launch iTunes on your PC
2. Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable
3. Restore your device using the most recent backup
4. Tap OK to restore the latest backup, which will boot your device out of recovery mode

Exiting Recovery Mode without a Computer

If don’t have access to a computer, you can try the following steps:

1. Turn on your iPhone
2. Press and hold the Power and Home buttons for about ten seconds
3. Release both buttons when the screen turns black
4. Repeat the previous step, but this time hold the buttons for eight seconds until the Apple logo appears
5. Release both buttons when the screen goes dark again
6. Press and hold the power and home buttons simultaneously for an additional twenty seconds
7. Release the power button but continue to hold the home button
8. Release the home button, and your iPhone should boot up normally

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I recover my data after restoring my iPhone in recovery mode?

No, restoring your iPhone in recovery mode will erase all data on your device. It’s crucial to regularly back up your data to prevent data loss.

2. What causes an iPhone to get stuck in recovery mode loop?

An iPhone can get stuck in a recovery mode loop due to outdated iTunes software, incorrect firmware installation, or unplugging the device during an update. Using reliable software and following proper update procedures can help prevent this issue.