Apple’s AirDrop is an ad-hoc service for both iOS and macOS platforms that allows users to transfer files between Mac and iOS devices with ease. Most importantly, it uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity in order to work properly within a matter of seconds or so without using e-mail or a mass storage device. However, some of the iPhone SE users may find it difficult to use the Airdrop feature in some cases. Here in this troubleshooting guide, we will share with you the steps to fix Airdrop not working on iPhone SE.
Although the Airdrop feature comes by default on iOS devices and doesn’t require any kind of manual or advanced setup process. You just need to turn on the Airdrop feature from the control panel by selecting either receiving contacts only or for everyone. That’s it. You will be good to go. However, that’s not the case every time and some of the iPhone users may not use the service properly. If you’re also one of them, check the troubleshooting guide below.
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Steps to Fix Airdrop not working on iPhone SE
As we mentioned, check whether the Airdrop is enabled for contacts or everyone or not. Then turn on the Airdrop from the control center. Now, make sure to enable Bluetooth or Wi-Fi on your iPhone to work the Airdrop feature properly. The other Airdrop enabled device should be active means display should be turned on. Still, can’t use the Airdrop properly? Follow the possible workarounds here.
1. Soft Reboot your iPhone SE
- Long-press both the Power/Side key + Volume Up or Down button for a few seconds.
- The Slide to Power off bar will appear. Release both the buttons.
- Drag the slider to turn off your iPhone.
- After waiting for around 30 seconds, press and hold the Power/Side button for a few seconds.
- Then the Apple logo will appear and release the button.
- The iPhone will reboot.
2. Use Airplane Mode
- Open the Settings menu -> Turn on the Airplane Mode toggle.
- By doing this, all the network connections will be disabled on your device.
- Now, wait for a few seconds and turn off the Airplane mode.
- Turn on the internet connection and check the Airdrop again whether it’s working or not.
3. Sign Out iCloud Account and Log-in back
- Open the iPhone Settings > Tap on iCloud.
- Select your iCloud ID and tap on Sign Out.
- Now, reboot your iPhone > Head over to the iCloud account settings > Sign into it.
- Then check the Airdrop again.
4. Reset Network Settings
- From the home screen, go to the Settings menu -> Tap on General -> Tap on Reset.
- Tap on Reset Network Settings.
- If prompted, enter the passcode and proceed.
- Finally, restart your iPhone.
5. Check iOS Update
- In order to check iOS update, head over to the device Settings -> go to General -> go to Software Update.
- Make sure that the mobile data or Wi-Fi network is connected.
- If there is an update available for your device, just grab it by downloading and installing it.
- Once done, your device will reboot into the new system.
- Finally, go to the Airdrop and check whether the issue is fixed or not.
That’s it, guys. We hope this guide was helpful to you and you’ve fixed the Airdrop issue on your iPhone SE device successfully. If you’ve any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.