My iPhone won't charge when I plug in the cable. I have tried different cables and chargers but nothing works.
If multiple cables and chargers do not work, the issue is the iPhone itself, most likely the Lightning or USB-C port. The most common cause is lint and debris packed into the port from being in your pocket. Use a wooden toothpick or a SIM ejection tool to gently scrape out any compacted lint from the port. Be careful not to damage the pins inside. Use a flashlight to look into the port and ensure it is completely clean. This fix works about 50 percent of the time. If the port is clean, try a wireless charger to determine if the phone charges wirelessly. If wireless charging works, the port or the internal charging circuitry connected to the port is damaged. Check for moisture: if the phone shows a Liquid Detected alert, let it dry completely for at least 24 hours in a dry room. Do NOT use rice — it does not help and can leave starch residue in the port. If none of these work, the charging port needs professional repair. Apple charges about 99 to 149 dollars for port repair. Third-party repair shops charge 50 to 80 dollars.
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