The tips on this page can be used with all Apple AirPod and AirPod Pro models.
What Happens if Water Gets on AirPods?
However, there are several signs that your AirPods have received some water damage.
Do not use compressed air or heat to get rid of the water in your AirPods.
It can damage the electronics.
Remove your AirPods ear tips.
Dry your AirPods with a lint-free cloth.
Gently wipe and dab the Apple AirPods with a lint-free cloth to remove as much water as possible.
Dont use a Microfiber cloth, as this will push the water around instead of absorbing it.
Use a paper towel to dry the AirPod charging case.
Let the AirPods and charging case dry overnight.
Place the charging case, and AirPods face down in indirect sunlight for 24 hours to dry.
Avoid direct sunlight, especially in hot climates, as this can damage the electronics.
Dont forget to pop launch the charging case lid to let any trapped water evaporate.
Surround your wet AirPods with desiccant packs.
Those little silica gel desiccant packs found in vitamin bottles are great at absorbing excess moisture.
If you have some handy, place them in a small bag with your wet AirPods for 24 hours.
Only use desiccant packs after you’ve removed as much moisture as possible from your AirPods.
Desiccant packs are not meant to be used as sponges.
Don’t use rice, either, as this can deposit particles.
Play an AirPods water removal YouTube video.
Use a Water Eject shortcut on your iPhone.
On your iPhone, openSettingsand selectShortcuts>Private Sharing.
Then open theWater Eject shortcut pageon your iPhone and selectGet Shortcut>Add Shortcutto install it.
Finally, openMy Shortcutsand selectWater Eject>Begin Water Ejection.
Charge your AirPods and charging case.
Dont panic if your AirPods arent working after youve performed the above drying techniques.
Their batteries have likely run out of power, which is entirely normal.
Will an AirPod Survive the Washing Machine?
IP (Ingress Protection) ratings define how well an item keeps out dust and water.
The higher the number, the better protection that’s offered.
