If your USB-C port gets dirty, cleaning it properly is key to avoiding damage. Here’s a safe and effective way to clean it:
Turn the device off.
Always power down the phone first to avoid any risk of shorting or damaging the hardware.
Use a can of compressed air.
- Hold the phone with the port facing down.
- Give a few short bursts of air into the port.
- This often dislodges loose dust or lint without contact.
Do not shake the can before using, and hold it upright to avoid spraying liquid propellant into the port.
What Not to Do
- Don’t use metal tools (pins, paperclips) — they can damage the port or short it out.
- Don’t use liquids (alcohol, water, cleaning sprays) — moisture and electronics don’t mix.
- Don’t jam anything in there — the port has delicate pins.