3 Reasons Why Your iPad Might Not Be Charging When Plugged In (And How To Troubleshoot)

Sometimes, charging problems on iPads are due to extreme temperatures, and other times, it’s because of a software glitch. One way to resolve your charging issue is to make sure your iPad is within the safe operating range of 32º to 95º F (or 0º and 35º C). If you see a Charging On Hold notification on your device, stop using it immediately, lock the screen, and charge it elsewhere, preferably in a room with a more comfortable ambient temperature.

If your iPad is not too hot or cold to the touch and doesn’t display the Charging On Hold message, your charging issue might be due to a software bug. You can try to fix this in two ways: force restarting the device or resetting all settings. Here’s how to do both:

1. Force restart your newer iPad (no Home button):
   1. With your iPad in the upright position (with the power button at the top), press the volume up button once.
   2. Do the same for the volume down button.
   3. Long-press the power button until you see the Apple logo.
2. Force restart your iPad with a Home button:
   1. Simultaneously long-press the Home and power button together.
   2. Release when the Apple logo appears.
3. Reset all your iPad settings:
   1. Launch the Settings app.
   2. Navigate to General > Transfer or Reset iPad.
   3. Press Reset at the bottom.
   4. Select Reset All Settings.
   5. Tap on Reset to confirm.
   6. Wait for the iPad to reboot.

Resetting all settings doesn’t delete your data. It just restores your iPad’s settings to their defaults.