Lots of Contacts — How to Clean and Disinfect Your Phone

To prevent illness, including coronavirus COVID-19, remember to clean frequently touched surfaces, including your phone.

Here’s how to clean and disinfect your phone safely:

• Unplug the phone from charging or any devices or cables.
• Spray a non-abrasive disinfectant or 70% isopropyl alcohol on a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not spray liquid on the phone itself. Moisture could get in the phone and damage it.
• Gently clean the phone and phone case with the cloth. Don’t use paper towels or anything else that is abrasive.
• Don’t use bleach to clean the phone.

You can do a few other things to help keep your phone clean—and help keep you safe:

• Text or email photos to others instead of handing people your phone.
• Avoid putting your phone on surfaces that you haven’t disinfected.
• Use Bluetooth or a headset when possible. That way the phone isn’t touching your face.