How to Fix It When There Is No Sound on Your iPhone

If your iPhone has no sound, here are several steps you can follow to troubleshoot and fix the issue:

1. Check Silent Mode

• Toggle the Ring/Silent switch on the left side of your iPhone. If the switch is showing orange, Silent Mode is enabled. Flip it back to Ring Mode.

2. Check Volume Settings

• Increase the volume using the volume buttons on the side of your iPhone. Also, make sure the volume is turned up in settings: go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics, and drag the Ringer and Alerts slider to adjust volume.

3. Disable Do Not Disturb

• Make sure Do Not Disturb is turned off. Go to Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb, and ensure it is disabled, or check in Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of your screen (or up from the bottom on older models).

4. Check Headphone Mode

• Sometimes your iPhone may think it is connected to headphones. Plug in and remove your headphones a few times to try resetting the connection. If you have a Bluetooth device connected, disable Bluetooth from Settings > Bluetooth to see if that restores sound.

5. Restart Your iPhone

• Restarting can resolve many software glitches. Hold down the power button (or volume up + side button on newer models) until the slider appears, then power off and restart.

6. Check Sound Settings for Specific Apps

• Some apps may have their own sound settings. Open the app where the sound is missing and check its settings for volume or mute controls.

7. Reset All Settings

• If the issue persists, you can try resetting all settings. Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings. This won’t delete your data, but will reset system settings like Wi-Fi passwords and wallpapers.

8. Check for Software Updates

• Ensure your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

9. Clean the Speaker Grilles

• Dust or debris can clog the speaker. Carefully clean the speaker grilles at the bottom of the iPhone using a soft brush.

10. Contact Apple Support

• If none of these steps work, there may be a hardware issue with the speakers. Contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Store for further assistance.

These steps should help resolve most sound issues on your iPhone.