Turning off your iPhone might seem like the most basic task, but if you’ve ever found yourself staring at your screen, wondering how to power it down, you’re not alone. With each new iPhone model, Apple has tweaked the way you turn off your device, and it’s not always intuitive. Whether you’re using the latest iPhone 15 or an older model, this guide will walk you through how to turn off your iPhone quickly and easily.
How to Turn Off iPhone (Models with Face ID)
If you have an iPhone X or later (including the iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 series), here’s how to turn it off:
- Simultaneously Press and Hold the Side Button and Either Volume Button (up or down).
- After a few seconds, the “Slide to Power Off” slider will appear on the screen. Swipe it to the right to turn off your iPhone.
How to Turn Off iPhone (Models with a Home Button)
If you have an iPhone 8, 7, 6s, SE (2nd or 3rd gen), or earlier, here’s how to turn it off:
- Press and Hold the Side button (on the right side) or the Top button (on older models like the iPhone 6).
- After a few seconds, the “Slide to Power Off” slider will appear. Swipe it to the right to turn off your iPhone.
How to Turn Off iPhone Using Settings
Did you know you can also turn off your iPhone without using any buttons? Here’s how:
- Open Settings >General >Shut Down >Slide to Power Off
This method is especially useful if your iPhone’s buttons are unresponsive or if you prefer a software-based approach.
How to Force Restart Your iPhone
If your iPhone is frozen and won’t turn off using the methods above, you may need to force restart it. Here’s how:
- For iPhone 8 and Later:
Quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then quickly press and release the Volume Down button. Finally, press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears. - For iPhone 7 and 7 Plus:
Press and hold both the Volume Down button and the Side button until the Apple logo appears. - For iPhone 6s and Earlier:
Press and hold both the Home button and the Side or Top button until the Apple logo appears.
