It is a common issue for iPhone users that their iPhone not charging when plugged in. There are many reasons that may cause this issue:
- If your charging accessories aren't Apple certified, or your USB charger isn't designed to your iPhone model. It won’t charge.
- The power adapter or charging cable is frayed or broken.
- There is moisture or dust in the charging port of your iPhone.
- Something wrong with your iPhone software.
- Your iPhone is water damaged.
In order to fix iPhone not charging issue, here are 6 solutions listed for your reference:
- If your iPhone battery is already dead, leave it to charge for about two hours, and then check whether there is lightning bolt on the display.
- Change to another charging cable and power adapter.
- Force restart your iPhone. Read on this guide to force restart your iPhone according to different models: Force Restart iPhone
- Clear out the charging port with Q-tip, toothpick, sticky tap or any small things. Be cautious and gentle during the cleaning process.
- Factory reset your iPhone in recovery mode, or fix iOS issues with iOS repair software.
- Contact Apple if it is caused by hardware issues.
Source: Why Is My iPhone Not Charging When Plugged In?
