Can't charge your iPhone because of the "Liquid Detected" error? You can either wait for your iPhone to dry or try these solutions.

What should you do when you attempt to charge your iPhone but see an alert telling you that liquid has been detected in the Lightning connector? When this alert is present, you will probably notice that charging is unavailable.

It's a particularly frustrating situation if your iPhone isn't wet at all and you urgently need to charge your device. So, let's look at the solutions you can take to resolve the "Liquid Detected" alert and charge your iPhone normally again.

Even if you're holding a dry iPhone in your hands right now, it's safer to first assume that the "Liquid Detected" alert is accurate. Keep in mind that while iPhones are water-resistant, they are not waterproof. Additionally, not all iPhone models are water-resistant.

Therefore, if you dropped your iPhone into the water or went swimming with it recently, it's highly probable that water got into the charging port. The solution to this is to dry the charging port on your device.

In the future, if you do want to bring your iPhone to the pool or a water sports event, you can consider purchasing a waterproof iPhone case that encloses your device entirely.

On the other hand, if you're sure that your iPhone has been nowhere near water for the past several weeks, the Liquid Detected alert might simply be a glitch. In that case, let's move on to the other solutions.

The next step is to remove and reinsert the Lightning cable into the charging port because the accessory may not have been recognized correctly.

If that doesn't work, you can also try a different Lightning cable. If the alert only pops up when you use a particular cable, you'll know that the issue was with the cable, not your iPhone.

There are lots of cheap, counterfeit Apple cables out there. It's always best to purchase official or MFi-certified (MFi stands for Made for iPhone) accessories to prevent compatibility issues and the damage they might cause to your iPhone.

If debris is stuck in your iPhone's Lightning port, it may also cause charging issues. You can use the SIM-eject tool to gently clean your iPhone's charging port and see if this resolves the "Liquid Detected" message.

You should not spray cleaning agents directly onto your device or use compressed air when cleaning your iPhone.

The next solution is to soft reset your iPhone. The procedure is also known as a force restart. Restarting is an effective solution for nearly all minor technical problems for any device, so it's definitely worth a try to get rid of the "Liquid Detected" alert.

Lastly, it's best to update your iPhone to the latest iOS if you haven't. iOS updates carry bug fixes and performance improvements, which may help resolve unnecessary warnings such as this one from popping up.

Go to Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone to check if an update is available.

The "Liquid Detected" alert may provide an Emergency Override option to charge your iPhone, but is it safe to do so?

If you're aware that your iPhone is still wet, you should not attempt to charge it with a wired charger, as it may permanently damage your device.

If you absolutely need to charge your device, a safer alternative is to charge your iPhone wirelessly, but remember to dry the back of your iPhone before doing so.

The "Liquid Detected in Lightning Connector" alert aims to protect your device from damage and ensure your safety. It's certainly a hazard if an iPhone were to continue charging despite a wet Lightning port.

Still, the alert may sometimes pop up even if your iPhone isn't wet. But by following the steps above, you should be able to resolve the error quickly and charge your iPhone again. If the problem persists, it's best to contact Apple Support to see if there are other issues with your device.

Denise writes about Apple devices at MakeUseOf. Her first gadget was the iPhone 6. Since then, she has been an avid iPhone user for more than 7 years. She graduated with a Double Major in Marketing and Management and is currently working on her Master of English Studies thesis.