Safe mode is a feature that disables third-party apps you’ve installed on your device. It’s useful for diagnosing problems that are caused by individual apps, such as battery drain or network connectivity issues.
If you’ve been in safe mode and can’t restart your iPhone XS, XS Max, or XR back into normal mode, there are several ways to get out of it.
How to turn off safe mode
The safe mode feature on an iPhone enables users to use the operating system without having to install any third-party applications. It’s a great way to troubleshoot any issues you’re having with your device and determine whether the problem is coming from a specific app or not.
If you’ve recently noticed a particular app is causing a problem with your phone, you can remove it in Safe Mode and try restarting your device. You can also delete apps that load at startup or ones you acquired or updated in the past few months to see if that solves the problem.
Alternatively, if your device still has a problem, you can try removing any other app from your home screen. Often, these apps are the root of the problem.
Aside from deleting apps, you can also try reinstalling them one by one to see if that fixes the issue. However, if your device still isn’t working properly after reinstalling all the apps, then the problem might be in your device’s hardware or software.
This method works for most phones, but if you have an older model, you might need to try a different method. Some people have found that using the “Restart” function or pressing and holding the Power and Home buttons until the Safe Mode message pops up helps to get out of safe mode.
Troubleshooting
Safe mode is a useful tool for troubleshooting issues with your iPhone. It temporarily disables third-party apps so you can pinpoint the cause of an issue. For example, if your battery drains quickly or you can’t maintain a network connection, booting into Safe Mode may help you pinpoint the problem.
If you find that the problem is still persisting in Safe Mode, there are a few ways to fix it. These include uninstalling the app that is causing the problem, restarting your iPhone and factory resetting it.
First, try removing any apps that you’ve downloaded around the time the problem started. This should eliminate the issue.
Second, check to see if there are any erratic or incompatible Cydia packages that are causing the problem. These can be uninstalled easily when your device is in Safe Mode, and you should be able to reboot it normally once you’ve removed them.
Finally, if the problem continues after you’ve tried removing problematic tweaks and incompatible packages, try resetting your device to factory default settings. This is the best way to get your device running smoothly again.
The most important thing to remember is that it’s a good idea to have a backup of all your data before you reset your device. You’ll lose everything you’ve saved in the process, so it’s important to be prepared for that.
If your iPhone won’t turn off in safe mode after restarting, the issue could be a hardware or software one. You might also need to do a hard reset, which can be done by holding down the Power button and Home button together until your device is completely dead and restarts.
If that doesn’t work, the next step is to use a third-party program to enter recovery mode. Tenorshare ReiBoot for iPhone is a great option, and it’s free to use. It’s an easy-to-use tool that’s designed to help you fix iPhone problems quickly and safely. Once you’ve installed it, follow the onscreen instructions to recover your device. This program will identify your device’s system problem and automatically fix it.
Restarting
Safe mode is an option that iOS users can enable to test if they’re having trouble with their iPhone. It disables third-party apps and services, which can help identify what’s causing a problem. It’s also a great way to get your device back up and running without having to erase all the data on it.
To enter safe mode on your iPhone, you need to power off the device, then turn it on by holding down the volume up and down buttons until the Apple logo appears. This method will work on most models, including the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X, as well as the second generation iPhone SE.
However, this can sometimes be an error and it’s important to try again if the reboot doesn’t fix the issue. Another way to force restart an iPhone is to connect it to a computer using the Lightning to USB cable.
Once you’ve connected the phone to the computer, iTunes will open and let you choose whether to update or restore your iPhone. This method will likely be needed if the phone’s screen is frozen on the Apple logo or if you’re having problems updating or restoring your iPhone over the air.
If you’re jailbroken, putting your iPhone into safe mode is useful to remove any tweaks that might be causing problems for the device. After you’ve entered safe mode, tap the “Restart” button in the pop-up message to return your iPhone to normal operation if the problematic tweaks have been removed.
When you restart your iPhone, the iPhone Findable After Power Off feature will be disabled until you’ve turned it back on again. You can use this to make sure your phone is safe if it’s lost or stolen.
If you need to restart your iPhone quickly, it’s easier to use a tool like UltFone iOS System Repair (ReiBoot). This 1-click iPhone recovery software will put your device into recovery mode so that you can restore or update your iPhone without losing any data.
Resetting
If you have an iPhone that runs slowly, you may need to reset it. This is usually the best way to get your device running again. However, if you are not sure about how to do it or have concerns about losing important data, you should always back up your phone before you reset it.
You can do this by using iTunes on a computer. Once you have connected your iPhone to the computer, select Update or Restore in iTunes. It will restore the device to its factory settings.
Before you do this, though, make sure your device is up to date with the latest software. If it isn’t, the process will fail.
If your device isn’t up to date, you can try using Apple’s built-in updater to download a new version of iOS. Once the update is finished, it will restart your device and remove any old versions. If this doesn’t resolve your problem, you can try a factory reset to eliminate the problem completely.
Another option is to use a third-party tool like iMyFone Umate Pro or AnyTrans. This tool will help you reset your iPhone quickly and easily without any worries about losing important data.
A third-party tool will also help you create a full backup of your device before you perform a reset. This will save you a lot of time when you need to restore your phone.
It will also be able to delete any apps or themes that are slowing down your device. If these problems are related to incompatible Cydia packages, it will also help you get rid of them in safe mode.
After you have eliminated all the problems that are causing your iPhone to run slowly, you should restart it. This will help speed up your iPhone and fix any other issues that you may have.