Is it bad to charge iPhone with extension cord?

As a precaution, it’s always better not to charge your smartphone on those power strip extension cords. This is because if any device in one of the sockets in the cord is affected, it is sure to cause damage to your smartphone as well.

Are extension cords bad for charging phone?

Avoid relying on extension cords when charging devices. Extension cords are not meant for long-term use. If you need to plug in your phone in a more convenient area than is available, this may be an indicator you need more outlets. Always stay plugged into safety when using a device’s charging cord!

Do extension cords ruin Chargers?

An extension cord cannot ruin a phone charger. An extension cord is an extension of a wall outlet. Plugging a phone charger into an extension cord is no different from plugging a phone charger into a wall outlet.

Can I plug my iPhone into an extension cord?

Sure. The phone I’m typing this answer on is charging through an extension cord. The only potential problem could arise from using an extension cord of such a small gauge wire and is extremely long. This would cause a large voltage drop.

Can I use a USB extension cord with my iPhone?

Yes. This is actually recommended by The Wirecutter as more reliable than purchasing long Lightning cables, which tend to be of low quality. Instead you can use an Apple or Anker brand high-quality short cable plus a USB male-to-female to charge the iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch.

What is the most efficient way to charge an iPhone?

Store it half-charged when you store it long term.

1. Do not fully charge or fully discharge your device’s battery — charge it to around 50\%.
2. Power down the device to avoid additional battery use.
3. Place your device in a cool, moisture-free environment that’s less than 90° F (32° C).

What is the fastest way to charge an iPhone?

The fastest way to charge your iPhone is to plug it into a wall charger. If you have an iPhone 8 or newer model, you can charge your iPhone even faster with an 18W (watt) or higher power adapter. If you have an iPhone 12, you will need a 20W power adapter for fast charging.

Does using an extension cord affect the speed of charging when compared with direct from the socket?

Your charge rate will be unaffected. I take it you are referring to charging a device like a Mobile Phone. A long Extension lead on the supply side will make no difference.