How to disinfect electronic devices at home

Do you know the viruses persisted on metal, plastic, and glass surfaces at room temperature for four to five days, and could persist for up to nine days depending on temperature and humidity ?

These days we spend most of our times with our phone, tablet or laptop. And these electronic devices attract a lot of germs. These germs can transmit disease making us or others sick. So it's crucial to disinfect our phones or laptops.

We can easily disinfect electronic devices at home with rubbing alcohol which can be found in local drugstores. But remember not to use alcohol too often as it can damage your phone's screen over time.

Here is a step by step method on how you can disinfect phone or laptop at home easily :

1. Unplug and turn off.

If your phone or laptop is plugged into a charger then unplug it and turn of that device completely. Don't keep it turned on while disinfecting, it can damage the internal parts of that device.

2. Remove phone's case

While disinfecting make sure you remove your phone or tablet's case before starting. It's important to clean each part completely to disinfect properly.

3. Make cleaning Solution

 For disinfecting you can use two solutions which you can easily make at home.

Solution 1: In a bowl of warm water mix 2-3 drops of dish soap or antibacterial soap (preferable)  and combine it thoroughly.

Solution 2 : In a bowl take equal parts of rubbing alcohol and warm water and combine them thoroughly.

4. Take a microfiber cloth

Dampen a lint - free microfiber cloth in any of the above solutions and squeeze it tightly to remove all the excess liquid. Now with this cloth rub the surfaces, microphone, buttons, front and back side of your phone or laptop properly in circular motions. Be careful with the microphone, buttons, ports etc since water can get inside which will damage the internal electronics.

5. Pat your device dry

Use another microfiber cloth to dry your phone, laptop or tablet to ensure no moisture remains on the device. This step is as important as the others or else water can ruin the internal parts.

6. Clean your phone case

It is important to clean phone case as you are gonna use that case again with your phone. Clean the phone case properly, specially the small gaps where bacteria grows more easily.

And it's done. With all these steps, if followed properly, you can easily disinfect your electronic devices at home.

Quick Tips :

1. Wash your hands often to stop transferring the germs to your phone or other device.

2. Use hand sanitizers when you aren't able to wash your hands.

3. Avoid sneezing and coughing into your hands, use tissue instead.

4. Avoid using your phone in the bathroom as germs are more likely to attract while in bathroom.

5. Avoid touching your face after using your devices.

6. Use small brush or tooth brush to clean dust and dirts from small gaps

7. Use cleaning wipes or alcohol prep pads to disinfect your devices for quick and easy clean.

If you have any other quick tip to stay safe from viruses, leave them in the comment section below.