Apple Watch is not charging? Here is the solution

Your Apple Watch can hold a charge for about 18 hours of use. You can recharge it to full capacity in about two hours. However, if your device isn’t charging, those figures are meaningless. Your watch may not charge due to a variety of minor issues or something more serious.

This article explains what might be preventing your Apple Watch from charging correctly and how to fix it. The troubleshooting steps in this article apply to Apple Watch Series 3 and later.

How Do I Fix My Apple Watch That Won’t Charge?

If you’ve determined that your Apple Watch won’t charge, following these troubleshooting steps may be beneficial.

1. Examine the connections. Check your connections if you’re using a stand or charging dock into which you insert your Apple charging disk and then rest your watch because the watch needs to make a solid connection with the charging disk. If they’re not connecting properly, remove the charging disk from the stand or dock and charge your Apple Watch separately.

Also, ensure that the cord connecting the power block and the charging disk is completely and securely seated in the port on both ends. You can break the charging connection if you haven’t properly plugged the cord on either end.

• Examine the cords for damage. A frayed or damaged charging cord or charging disk may prevent your watch from charging properly. If the charging disk, charging block, or charging cable is in any way damaged, it is best to replace them with original Apple equipment and try charging again.
• Attempt using a different outlet or charger and cables. If the culprit is a faulty outlet or charging cable, switching to a different one may solve the problem.
• Replace the watch on the charger. Because the Apple Watch charges magnetically, simply moving the charger and watch around a little to reseat them more securely can resolve the issue. So, give the charger a gentle twist on the bottom of the watch to see if the charge will begin.
• Clean the charger and the watch. Any dirt or debris that prevents your device from making a secure connection to the charger may prevent it from charging. Layers of sweat, lotion or makeup are among the debris. Clean the back of the Apple Watch and the charging disk with a slightly damp washcloth to remove any dirt or build-up. If you have stubborn dirt, apply gentle pressure with a slightly dampened alcohol pad. Dry the watch immediately with a soft, dry cloth.
• Restart your Apple Watch before attempting to charge it again. If your watch still has power, restarting it will accomplish two things. To begin, it will remove any software errors that may be causing your watch battery to drain faster than it charges. It will also remove anything that could cause your battery charger to discharge faster than usual.

If your Apple Watch is not responding, you can force a restart by holding the side button and the digital crown together until the watch turns off. Then, after a few moments, press the side button to turn it back on. Allow it to reboot before attempting to charge it again.

Is My Apple Watch Charging?

The first issue that some people have is that they can’t tell if their watch is charging or not. The simplest way to tell is to watch what happens when you connect your Apple Watch to a charging station. When the watch is connected to the charger, a green lightning bolt appears on the screen for a few seconds to indicate that it is charging. If you do not see this, your watch did not begin charging. In this case, you should proceed with the troubleshooting steps outlined above.

If your Watch displays a tiny red lightning bolt at the top of the screen, the battery is very low.

Is My Apple Watch Charging?

If your device doesn’t charge, it could be due to a software or hardware issue or something completely different. The most common reason for an Apple Watch not charging is a blockage preventing the charger from connecting to the watch. It’s also possible that there’s a software problem, and once that’s resolved, the watch will start charging again.

If the issue with your watch is a defect, you’ll need to return it to Apple for a replacement or take it to a repair shop for a professional fix.

When Your Watch Still Won’t Charge

If you try these troubleshooting steps and your device still won’t charge, it’s time to seek professional assistance. If your watch is still covered by Apple Care or under warranty, an Apple Store appointment may help you get it working again or provide a replacement. Otherwise, a local electronics repair shop is your best bet.

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