A Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning and Protecting Your AirPods

Take your AirPods out of their case and soak a microfiber cloth in a little bit of rubbing alcohol, then scrub the outside of the AirPods to remove bacteria and debris. You should begin by cleaning the outside of the AirPods with the cloth, then move on to cleaning the inside. Make sure to clean the holes that the AirPods go into with a Q-tip to avoid charging issues. If dirt is stuck in hard-to-reach places, a toothpick can be used to remove it.

AirPods can also become very dirty due to the fact that they are inserted into your ears, and you need to keep them clean if you want them to function properly.

Avoid pushing anything into the grills since this can damage them. Put some alcohol on a Q-tip and drag it across the AirPod to kill all the bacteria, BUT not on the mesh of the AirPod since this can damage it.

Another essential part that needs to be cleaned is the charging port. There is a tendency for dirt and lint to accumulate in the charging port, preventing the charging pins from making contact with the charger.

Sticking a pin into the charging port isn’t recommended. Instead, grab a Q-tip and dab it with a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol and push it gently into the charging port, and wiggle around to remove the dirt. Using a plastic pin or toothpick, carefully pry out any dirt inside the ports, taking care not to damage the charging pins.

Yes, there are cases available for your AirPods, which come in many shapes and colors. Besides protecting your AirPods from dirt and damage, an AirPod case can also make them look more stylish.