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🔌 5 Places You Should Never Charge Your Phone — And Why It Could Be Dangerous

We all rely on our phones to stay connected — and when the battery runs low, we’ll plug in anywhere just to get that quick boost. But did you know that charging your phone in the wrong place can actually damage your device, reduce battery life, or even pose a safety risk?

It’s true. Here are 5 places you should never charge your phone, and what to do instead to protect your device (and yourself).

⚠️ 1. Under Your Pillow or Blanket

Why it’s bad:
Charging your phone under a pillow or blanket may seem cozy, especially at night, but it’s a serious fire hazard. The phone generates heat while charging, and soft materials trap that heat — which can lead to:

Overheating
Battery swelling
In rare cases, fires or burns

📱 Always charge your phone on a hard, flat, and ventilated surface — never under anything that traps heat.

⚠️ 2. In Your Car on a Hot Day

Why it’s bad:
Cars can heat up very quickly, especially in the summer — even with the windows cracked. Charging your phone in extreme heat can:

Stress the battery
Slow down charging
Permanently damage internal components

🔥 Most phones are designed to operate between 32°F and 95°F (0°C–35°C). In a hot car, temps can easily exceed 120°F (49°C) — way beyond safe limits.

💡 Pro tip: Charge your phone after the car has cooled down or while the AC is running.

⚠️ 3. In Public USB Charging Stations

Why it’s bad:
Those convenient USB ports in airports, cafes, or malls? They could come with hidden risks. Known as “juice jacking,” cybercriminals can manipulate public charging stations to steal your data or install malware.

Your phone becomes vulnerable the moment it’s plugged in
You won’t even know it’s happening

🔒 Safer option: Use a portable power bank or carry your own USB data blocker (also called a “USB condom”).

⚠️ 4. On Your Bed or Couch

Why it’s bad:
Like with pillows, soft surfaces like beds or couches can block airflow. Overheating during charging can:

Degrade battery health
Trigger your phone to stop charging temporarily
Increase the risk of fire, especially if you fall asleep with it plugged in

🛏️ Plus, rolling over onto a charging phone or bending the cable can damage the charging port.

✅ Instead, charge your phone on a nightstand, table, or shelf with plenty of airflow.

⚠️ 5. Next to Water (Like the Sink or Bathtub)

Why it’s bad:
This one seems obvious, but people still do it — charging their phone right next to the sink, on the bathroom counter, or even near the bathtub.

Water and electricity don’t mix. One accidental splash or slip could: