# iPhone won't connect

Try these steps if your iPhone does not appear or connect.

## Check the connection

1. Unlock your iPhone and leave it connected.

2. Try another data cable or USB port. Connect directly to the computer if you're using a hub.

3. Open Device in GPSPhantom and check the instruction shown for your iPhone.

## Check trust and Developer Mode

Accept Trust This Computer on your iPhone. Check that Developer Mode is on in Settings under Privacy & Security. Finish any restart or confirmation prompt.

## On Windows

Install Apple Devices from the Microsoft Store and restart your computer.

## Try reconnecting

Quit GPSPhantom, reconnect your unlocked iPhone, then reopen the app. If it still won't connect, note the error code and open the error messages article.

Note: iOS versions below 17.4 aren't supported.

## Related articles

* [Set up your iPhone](https://docs.gpsphantom.com/getting-started/setup-iphone)

* [Error messages](https://docs.gpsphantom.com/troubleshooting/error-messages)