Alternatively, you can follow this guide to reinstall the operating system.
Reinstalling iOS often fixes unusual issues with your iPhone, so it’s worth a shot and gives your device a clean slate. This is how to reinstall iOS on your iPhone in Step format:
Prepare Your iPhone
Note Before you get started: • Backup your iPhone data to iCloud or computer • Update iTunes (if using a PC) to the latest version • Disable Find My iPhone in Settings
Attach your iPhone and Open iTunes
Connect my iOS device to the PC using a USB cable
Launch iTunes (on a PC) or Finder (on Mac)
Click on your iPhone when it appears in iTunes/Finder
Reinstall iOS
Go to your device on iTunes/Finder Click the “Summary” tab
Click “Restore iPhone”
Tap on Restore again for confirmation
Wait for iOS to download and install (this can take between 15 minutes and half an hour)
Your iPhone will reboot once done.
Set Up Your iPhone
After the completion of re-installation:
Just follow the setup instructions on-screen.
Select Restore Backup or Set Up as New.
Sign in with your Apple ID
Otherwise, you can use an iPhone repair kit (ad)(ad) for easy reinstalling of iOS towards a hassle-free process.
By performing these steps you can also have fresh iOS installed on your iPhone as if there was nothing. This is ideal for fixing a lot of the typical problems software may have and generally make things run smoother.
