You can turn off an iPhone from the Settings app, which helps when a button is broken or hard to press. On iPhone 11 and other current models, the Shut Down option is at the bottom of General.
Quick Answer
Open Settings, tap General, scroll to the bottom and tap Shut Down, then drag the power off slider.
How to Shut Down an iPhone from Settings
- Open Settings.
- Tap General.
- Scroll to the bottom and tap Shut Down.
- Drag the slide to power off slider to the right.
- To turn it back on, press and hold the side button until the logo appears.
- If the side button does not work, plug the iPhone into a charger; it turns on automatically.
Ways to Turn Off an iPhone
| Method | How |
|---|---|
| Settings | General, Shut Down |
| Buttons (Face ID models) | Hold side and a volume button |
| Buttons (Home button models) | Hold the side or top button |
| Siri | Say turn off my iPhone, then confirm |
| Frozen phone | Force restart instead |
Troubleshooting
- Slider does not appear: force restart with Volume Up, Volume Down, then hold the side button.
- Buttons broken: use AssistiveTouch (Accessibility, Touch) for a virtual Restart button.
- Phone turns back on: it may be connected to power or an alarm is set.
- Frozen iPhone 11? See how to force restart an iPhone 11; back up first with how to back up to a PC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does shutting down delete anything?
No.
Can I schedule the iPhone to turn off?
No, but Focus and Sleep schedules silence it.
Will alarms ring when it is off?
No. Alarms only ring when the iPhone is on.
Is this the same on iPad?
Yes, Settings, General, Shut Down.
Summary
- Settings, General.
- Tap Shut Down.
- Drag the slider.
- Hold the side button to turn on.
- Use a charger if buttons fail.
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