How to Exit iPhone Recovery Mode?
If your iPhone is stuck on the "Connect to iTunes" screen (Recovery Mode), here's how to exit:
Method 1: Force Restart (Quickest – No Data Loss)
iPhone 8 / SE (2nd gen) / X and later:
- Press and quickly release Volume Up.
- Press and quickly release Volume Down.
- Press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears. Release.
iPhone 7 / 7 Plus:
- Hold the Volume Down + Sleep/Wake buttons simultaneously.
- Release when the Apple logo appears.
iPhone 6s and earlier / SE (1st gen):
- Hold the Home + Sleep/Wake buttons simultaneously.
- Release when the Apple logo appears.
Method 2: Restore via iTunes / Finder (Data Will Be Erased)
- Connect your iPhone to a computer.
- Open Finder (Mac) or iTunes / Apple Devices (PC).
- When the Update or Restore prompt appears, click Restore.
- Wait for the process to complete.
| Method | Data Loss | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Force Restart | None | Easy |
| iTunes/Finder Restore | Yes (all data) | Medium |
| Dr.Fone System Repair | None (Standard Mode) | Easy |
🤔 Protip:
Use Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) > Exit Recovery Mode for a free, one-click solution to get out of recovery mode without any data loss.
💡More Info:
1. How to Put iPhone in Recovery Mode?2. How to Downgrade iPhone iOS Version?
3. How to Update iPhone to the Latest iOS?
4. How to Fix an iOS Update Stuck or Failed?
5. How to Check iPhone iOS Compatibility?
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