Seeing your iPhone 17 stuck on the Apple logo can be worrying. It usually happens during startup, software updates, or after restoring from a backup. The good news is, there are several effective ways to get it working again without losing your data.
Why Your iPhone 17 Might Be Stuck on the Apple Logo
- Interrupted iOS update or restore process.
- Corrupted system files or failed software installation.
- Incompatible app or faulty hardware component.
- Low battery or insufficient storage during update.
Force Restart Your iPhone 17.
A quick force restart can clear temporary glitches and allow the system to boot properly again. This is often the simplest and fastest solution.
- Quickly press and release the Volume Up key, and then do the same for the Volume Down key.
- Press and hold the Side key until you see the Apple logo disappear and reappear.
Release the key once the logo reappears and wait for the device to complete its startup.
Use Recovery Mode with a Computer.
If a force restart does not work, using Recovery Mode can help reinstall iOS without erasing your data. You will need a Mac or a PC with iTunes.
- Connect your iPhone 17 to your computer using a Lightning or USB-C cable, and then open iTunes or Finder.
- Force restart your iPhone while it is connected by following the same button steps above, but keep holding the Side key until the Recovery Mode screen appears.
When prompted, choose Update instead of Restore. This will reinstall iOS 26 while keeping your data safe.
Restore iPhone via iTunes or Finder.
If updating fails, restoring the device might be the only way to remove deeper software corruption. This method erases all data, so use it as a last resort.
- Connect your iPhone 17 to a computer and open iTunes or Finder.
- When detected, click Restore iPhone and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
After restoration, set up your iPhone as new or restore from a previous backup.
Use Apple’s System Recovery Tools.
Apple’s built-in repair tools can fix startup loops and software crashes without requiring a full restore. You can access them via Apple’s official support page or the Apple Support app on another device.
Follow the prompts to start a remote diagnostic or schedule a repair if a hardware issue is detected.
Contact Apple Support.
If none of these methods work, it may be a hardware-related issue with the motherboard, NAND, or other internal components.
Visit an Apple Store or authorized service provider for professional diagnostics and repair.
When your iPhone 17 successfully boots up again, make sure to keep it updated and avoid interrupting future software installations. A simple precaution like charging your phone before updating can prevent this issue from returning.
FAQs
Why does my iPhone get stuck during an update?
It usually happens if the update was interrupted due to low battery, poor internet connection, or insufficient storage space.
Can I fix a stuck iPhone without a computer?
In some cases, yes. A force restart may solve the issue, but if it persists, you will need a computer to use Recovery Mode or restore iOS.
Will using Recovery Mode delete my data?
No. Choosing the Update option in Recovery Mode reinstalls iOS without erasing data. Only selecting Restore will wipe your iPhone completely.
