You can put your iPhone in DFU mode when it refuses to turn on/off, stays stuck at the Apple logo, freezes on a screen, or becomes unresponsive. In summary, DFU Mode is the highest level of restoration you can perform on your device. Let’s check it out!
How to put iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, and iPhone SE 2022 in DFU ModeEnter DFU Mode on iPhone 7 and 7 PlusHow to enter DFU Mode on iPhone 6s and earlierHow to put iPad with Face ID in DFU ModePut an iPad that has a Home button in DFU ModeHow to exit DFU Mode on any iPhone and iPad
Before you begin:
Make a backup of your device on your computer or iCloud (if possible)DFU Restore will also update your device to the latest applicable iOS or iPadOS versionDon’t try DFU Restore if your device is water-damaged. It may cause more harm than good!If your Mac runs macOS Catalina or Big Sur, use Finder. If you’re on an earlier version of macOS or Windows PC, use iTunes.
How to put iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, X, and iPhone SE 2022 in DFU Mode
The flagship iPhones like the iPhone 14, 13, 12, 11, and X series have Face ID. Others, including the latest iPhone SE 2022 and iPhone 8, 8 Plus, have a Home button. Still, the process of entering DFU mode is the same on these devices. Here it is: Note: If you see the Apple logo or your iPhone restarts, that means one of the steps was not followed correctly. In such a case, carefully read and repeat the process.
How to enter DFU Mode on iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
How to enter DFU Mode on iPhone 6s and earlier
How to put iPad with Face ID in DFU Mode
The process to enter DFU mode on iPads with Face ID is similar to iPhones with Face ID and iPhone 8/SE 2020. Here’s a recap.
How to put an iPad that has a Home button in DFU Mode
The process of putting an iPad with Home Button in DFU mode is similar to iPhone 6s and earlier. Take a look.
How to exit DFU Mode on any iPhone or iPad
If you change your mind and want to exit DFU mode midway, here’s how to exit DFU mode on the iPhone and iPad. To exit DFU mode on iPhone 14, 13, 12, SE 2022, SE 2020, iPhone 11, X series, and iPads with Face ID: Press and then release the Volume Up button. Immediately, press and release the Volume Down button. Finally, press and hold the Power/Side button (Top button for iPad) until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen. To exit DFU mode on iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold the Side power button and the Volume Down button together. Leave both the buttons when you see the Apple logo on the screen. To exit DFU mode on iPhone 6s and earlier or an iPad with Home button: Press and hold the Home button at the front of the device and Side power button (Top button for iPad) together. Leave the buttons when you see the Apple logo. In short, use force restart to exit out of DFU mode on any iPhone or iPad. That’s all! This is how you can enter DFU mode on your iPhone or iPad. Just remember that if you see a lightning cable logo and a MacBook logo on your iPhone, it means you’re not in DFU mode, but Recovery mode. This is different. In DFU mode, you only have one option, which is Restore iPhone. In Recovery Mode, you’ll see two options: Update iPhone and Restore iPhone. If the update works for you and solves your problem, then there’s no need for DFU restore. Enjoy your functioning device! If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us in the comments below. You would like to read these posts as well:
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