How to Fix iPhone Stuck on Apple Logo

Step by step

1. 2 min

   Force restart your iPhone

   For iPhone 8 and newer: Press and quickly release Volume Up, press and quickly release Volume Down, then press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears. For iPhone 7/7 Plus: Hold Volume Down and Side button together for 10 seconds. For iPhone 6s and older: Hold Home and Top/Side button together for 10 seconds.

   Note: Keep holding the buttons even when the power off slider appears — continue until you see the Apple logo restart.
2. 15 min

   Check your charging cable and power source

   Connect your iPhone to a reliable power source using an Apple-certified Lightning cable. Let it charge for at least 15 minutes before attempting another restart. A completely drained battery can cause boot loop issues.

   Note: Use a wall charger instead of a computer USB port for faster, more stable charging.
3. 5 min

   Enter Recovery Mode

   Connect your iPhone to a computer with iTunes or Finder open. Perform the force restart sequence but continue holding the final button until you see the recovery mode screen. Your computer will detect the iPhone in recovery mode and offer update or restore options.

   Note: Recovery mode preserves your data when choosing 'Update' — only use 'Restore' if the update fails.
4. 20 min

   Update iOS through Recovery Mode

   In iTunes or Finder, click 'Update' when prompted. Your computer will download and install the latest iOS version compatible with your device. Keep your iPhone connected throughout this process, which typically takes 15-30 minutes.

5. 3 min

   Use DFU Mode if Recovery Mode fails

   Enter Device Firmware Update mode by connecting to computer, then: For iPhone 8+: Press Volume Up, press Volume Down, hold Side button for 3 seconds, then add Volume Down while continuing to hold Side button for 10 seconds, release Side button but keep holding Volume Down for 5 more seconds. Your screen stays black in DFU mode.

   Note: DFU mode allows deeper system-level restoration and works when recovery mode doesn't respond.
6. 30 min

   Restore iPhone firmware

   With your iPhone in DFU mode, iTunes or Finder will detect it and prompt you to restore. Click 'Restore' to completely erase and reinstall iOS. This process removes all data, so ensure you have a recent backup in iCloud or iTunes.

   Note: After restoration completes, you can restore from your most recent backup during the setup process.