Category: iPhone

When water gets into the iPhone speaker grille, music and calls sound muffled. You can clear it in a few minutes without installing anything.

The fast fix

1. Dry the outside of the iPhone.
2. Turn off Silent Mode and set volume to max.
3. Open our iPhone Water Eject page.
4. Hold the iPhone with the bottom speaker facing down.
5. Run the tone for 60 seconds, 2 to 3 times.

Shortcut vs. browser

Some people install a “Water Eject” shortcut. A browser tool plays a similar low tone, with no need to add or trust a third-party shortcut.

Let it dry

Leave the iPhone in a dry, airy place for an hour. Apple advises against rice and external heat.

Earpiece also muffled?

Newer iPhones play stereo through the top earpiece too. Run the Ear Speaker Cleaner if calls sound dull.

Still muffled after a day?

Water may have reached deeper inside, or the speaker may be damaged. Contact Apple Support or an authorized repair provider.

FAQ

Does Apple Watch water lock work for iPhone?

No. Water Lock is a feature only on Apple Watch.

iPhone speakers are small and the mesh is delicate. These steps are safe for every model, from older iPhones to the latest ones.

Bottom speaker

1. Turn off the iPhone and remove the case.
2. Brush the speaker holes gently with a soft, dry toothbrush.
3. Lift remaining lint with painter’s tape.
4. Turn the phone on and run our iPhone Water Eject tone, or the Dust Cleaner for lint.

Earpiece

The earpiece mesh is at the top of the screen. Brush it gently and use tape the same way. Newer iPhones play stereo through the earpiece, so the Ear Speaker Cleaner can help too.

Lightning or USB-C port

Lint in the port can cause charging problems. Turn the phone off and gently remove lint with a wooden toothpick. Never use metal.

Check settings

• Turn off Silent Mode
• Check Settings › Sounds & Haptics for volume
• Check Settings › Accessibility › Audio & Visual for balance

What to avoid

• Sharp metal tools
• Liquids sprayed directly on the phone
• Compressed air pressed against the holes

FAQ

Does cleaning void my warranty?

Gentle outside cleaning does not. Opening the phone or damaging the mesh can.

Is there an official iPhone water eject?

iPhone does not have one built in. Apple Watch does. Our browser tool does the job without installing anything.

If your iPhone shows a “Liquid Detected in Lightning Connector” or USB-C alert, it is protecting itself. Charging a wet port can cause corrosion, so the phone blocks it until the port is dry.

What to do right away

1. Unplug the cable and accessory.
2. Tap the iPhone gently against your hand with the port facing down.
3. Leave it in a dry place with some airflow.
4. Wait at least 30 minutes, then try charging again.
5. If the alert returns, wait longer. It can take up to a day for liquid to fully dry.

What Apple says not to do

• Do not dry it with a hair dryer or other external heat
• Do not use compressed air
• Do not put cotton swabs or paper towels in the port
• Do not put it in a bag of rice

Can I override the alert?

In an emergency, iPhone offers an Emergency Override option. Use it only if you truly need to charge, because charging a wet port can damage it.

Wireless charging

If your iPhone supports MagSafe or Qi, you can usually charge wirelessly while the port dries. Make sure the back of the phone is dry first.

Speaker sounds muffled too?

Water often reaches the speaker grille next to the port. Run our iPhone Water Eject tone after the phone is dry on the outside.

When to get help

If the alert keeps appearing after 24 hours, or the port looks green, white or crusty, contact Apple Support or an authorized repair shop.

FAQ

Why does the alert appear when my phone is dry?

Lint or debris in the port can trigger it. Turn the phone off and gently remove lint with a wooden toothpick, never metal.

Will rice help?

No. Rice dust can get into the port and it does not dry phones faster than open air.