How to Fix Your Phone Overheating in 3 Easy Steps (2025 Guide), Why Is Your Phone Overheating?

Overheating is one of the most common smartphone problems. Whether you're using an Android or iPhone, your device may get unusually hot during gaming, charging, or multitasking.

An overheating phone can:

• Drain your battery faster
• Reduce performance
• Shorten the device lifespan
• Even cause safety risks (in rare cases)

But the good news is — you can fix this issue quickly. In this guide, I’ll show you 3 easy and practical steps to cool your phone down and prevent future overheating.

Step 1: Cool It Down Instantly (Quick Fixes)

A. Stop Intensive Tasks

• Exit games, video editors, and camera apps
• Close background apps like Facebook, Instagram, and Google Maps

B. Turn Off Unused Features

• Disable Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi, Mobile Data
• Turn on Airplane Mode if possible

C. Remove the Phone Case

Many cases trap heat. Remove your phone’s cover to improve ventilation.

D. Move to a Cooler Environment

• Avoid direct sunlight and hot places
• Use a fan or an air-conditioned room

E. Restart Your Phone

A simple reboot can stop background processes causing heat.

F. Avoid Charging Until It Cools

Charging generates heat. Pause charging if your phone is already hot.

Real-World Example:

Ravi was gaming on his Redmi Note 12 Pro during a long train journey. The phone got too hot. He stopped gaming, removed the case, and put the phone on airplane mode. Within 5 minutes, it cooled down significantly.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Putting your phone in the fridge (can damage internal components)
• Using fake chargers or power banks
• Playing heavy games while charging

Step 2: Find Out What’s Causing Overheating

A. Check Battery Health

• Android: Dial *#*#4636#*#* and check battery info
• iPhone: Settings > Battery > Battery Health

If battery health is below 80%, consider replacing it.

B. Monitor CPU Usage with Apps

Use tools like CPU-Z, Device Info HW (Android), or Lirum Device Info (iOS) to check which apps are overusing the processor.

C. Delete Junk Files and Malware

Overloaded storage and hidden malware can cause overheating. Clean up using:

• CCleaner or Files by Google (Android)
• ReiBoot or PhoneClean (iOS)

Install reliable antivirus apps like Avast, Bitdefender, or Norton.

D. Check for App & System Updates

Outdated software can lead to battery and heat issues. Update:

• All apps from Play Store or App Store
• System software from phone settings

Step 3: Prevent Future Overheating

A. Use Original or Certified Chargers

Cheap or fake chargers can overheat your phone. Always use branded accessories.

B. Reduce Display Brightness & Timeout

• Use Adaptive Brightness settings
• Set screen timeout to 15–30 seconds

C. Optimize Gaming & Video Use

• Use Game Mode or Performance Mode
• Limit gaming sessions to 30–45 minutes
• Lower graphics/resolution in games

D. Clean Cache Regularly

• Android: Settings > Apps > [App] > Storage > Clear Cache
• iPhone: Offload and reinstall apps

E. Use Lite or Web Versions of Apps

• Facebook Lite
• Twitter Lite
• Use browser for heavy apps like Instagram

Expert Insight:

Factory reset your phone every 8–12 months to eliminate deep junk and bugs that cause performance and heating issues.

Bonus: Useful Accessories That Help

Product	Use
Phone cooler fan	Clips to back of phone for gaming
Thermal case	Designed to dissipate heat efficiently
Certified power bank	Reduces charging heat during travel

Long-Term Risks of Ignoring Overheating

• Battery swelling or explosion (rare but possible)
• Sluggish performance and app crashes
• Poor battery life
• Internal damage to phone hardware

Final Recap: 3 Easy Steps to Fix Phone Overheating

Step	Action
Step 1	Cool it down (turn off apps/features, remove case)
Step 2	Find the cause (apps, battery, malware)
Step 3	Prevent future overheating (optimize usage, update apps)

Your Turn

Is your phone still overheating? Tell us in the comments:

• Your phone model
• When it heats up the most
• Which solution worked best for you