Learn how to easily restart and force-restart your iPhone with this comprehensive guide. Restarting your iPhone can solve minor glitches, but force-restarting can help you deal with unresponsive screens or frozen devices. Whether you own the latest iPhone 13 or an older model, we’ve got you covered.
How to Restart and Force-Restart Any iPhone
Restarting your iPhone is a simple process. However, force-restarting becomes necessary when your device is unresponsive. Here’s how to do it:
How to Reset iPhone 13, 12, 11, iPhone XS / XR and iPhone X
If you own one of these newer iPhone models, follow these steps:
- Press and hold both the side button and either volume button.
- Release both buttons when the power off slider appears.
- Slide the slider from left to right to turn off your iPhone.
- Wait for 15-30 seconds before pressing and holding the side button to turn it back on.
How to Restart Other iPhone Models
If you own an older iPhone model, follow these steps:
- Hold down the Sleep/Wake button on the top of your phone.
- When the power off slider appears, slide it to the right.
- Your iPhone will turn off. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button to turn it back on.
How to Force-Restart iPhone 13, iPhone 12, iPhone 11, iPhone XS / XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone SE 2
If your iPhone becomes completely unresponsive, try force-restarting it:
- Press and release the volume up button.
- Press and release the volume down button.
- Hold down the side button until you see the Apple logo, then release it.
- Wait for your iPhone to reboot.
How to Force-Restart iPhone 7 Series
If you own an iPhone 7, follow these steps:
- Hold down both the volume down button and the sleep/wake button.
- Release both buttons when you see the Apple logo.
- Wait for your iPhone to reboot.
Note: restarting or force-restarting your iPhone doesn’t erase data or settings.
FAQs
How often should I restart my iPhone?
It is recommended to restart your iPhone at least once a week to keep it running smoothly.
Will resetting my iPhone erase all data?
No, resetting your iPhone (also known as a restore) wipes all data and returns your iPhone to its factory settings. Restarting or force-restarting your iPhone will never erase data or settings.
Do I need to force-restart my iPhone every time it freezes?
No, you don’t need to force-restart your iPhone every time it freezes. Try pressing the sleep/wake button first to restart it. Force-restart your iPhone only if it’s completely unresponsive.
What should I do if my iPhone still freezes after restarting it?
If your iPhone freezes after restarting it, try updating or restoring it using iTunes, or contact Apple Support for further assistance.
Final Thoughts
Restarting and force-restarting your iPhone can solve many minor glitches and unresponsive screens. We hope this guide helps you navigate the restart and force-restart processes on your iPhone. In case you have any queries, feel free to reach out to us via our contact forum section.
