Force Restart iPhone

Created by Larry Kloeung, Modified on Wed, Feb 7, 2024 at 4:20 PM by Larry Kloeung

The following article outlines the steps to force restart an iPhone in the event that it freezes or is unresponsive.

Important Notes:

  • Apple iPhones only
  • Applicable to iPhone on iOS 16 or later

Instructions:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume up button.

  2. Press and quickly release the volume down button.

  3. Press and hold the side button.

  4. When the Apple logo appears, (this may take up to 60 seconds) release the side button.

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