How to Easily Turn on Wireless Charging on Your iPhone (2024)

Written byKyle Smith

Last Updated: April 19, 2023Fact Checked

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   Note this information about MagSafe charging. MagSafe wireless chargers have built-in magnets that align with the MagSafe magnets in certain iPhone models. MagSafe chargers are typically compatible with Qi charging, meaning you can use them on iPhones without MagSafe as well.^[1]

   • The following iPhone models are MagSafe compatible: iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 12, and iPhone 12 Pro.
   • Charging an iPhone without MagSafe on the MagSafe charger might lead to slower charging times compared to a normal Qi wireless charger.
   • Make sure not to put items with magnetic strips or RFID chips between the iPhone and the MagSafe charger. The magnets can damage these items.
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   Plug in your wireless charger. Connect your wireless charger to either the power adaptor it came with, or one recommended in the manual. Then, plug the power adapter into a normal household AC power source.^[2]

   • iPhones are compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers.
   • Note that only iPhone 8 and later has wireless charging. Here are other iPhones with wireless charging:
     • iPhone X, iPhone 11, iPhone SE 2nd/3rd generation, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and iPhone 14.

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   Put the wireless charger on a flat surface. This will prevent the iPhone from sliding off while charging.

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   Put your iPhone on the wireless charger. Make sure the iPhone’s screen is facing up, away from the charger. Your iPhone should start charging after a couple seconds! Wireless charging will turn on automatically when you place your iPhone on the wireless charger.

   • Typically, the best charging location is in the center of the wireless charger.
   • If you’re using a MagSafe charger with a MagSafe iPhone, the magnets in the iPhone will attach to the MagSafe charger to securely attach it.
   • If you decide to switch back to wired charging, check out our guides for cleaning your Lightning port and cleaning your Lightning cable.

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   Remove objects between the iPhone and the charger. There are a few common issues that can prevent wireless charging from working. Since wireless charging uses magnetic induction, any objects between your iPhone and the wireless charger can inhibit charging.

   • Additionally, the magnetic induction can potentially damage magnetic strips and RFID chips. Remove any objects with these from your iPhone before using wireless charging.
   • Even the case on your iPhone can prevent charging! Try removing it and trying to charge again.
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   Turn off vibration. Your iPhone might move when it vibrates during a notification or phone call. This can displace the iPhone enough that it stops charging, even if it’s still on the charging pad.

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   Unplug your iPhone. Your iPhone won’t wirelessly charge when connected to USB.

   • If you switch back to USB charging, see our guide for tips on charging your iPhone.

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