How to clear the mobile phone pairing list

Follow these steps for Android devices:

1) Open Settings

  • Unlock your Android phone and go to the Settings app. You can usually find this app on your home screen or in the app drawer.

2) Navigate to Bluetooth Settings

  • In the Settings menu, look for Connections or Network & Internet (the exact name may vary depending on your device and Android version).
  • Tap on Bluetooth.

3) View Paired Devices

  • Ensure that Bluetooth is turned on.
  • You will see a list of devices that are currently paired with your phone.

4) Unpair Devices

  • To unpair a device, tap on the gear icon (or the "i" icon) next to the device name.
  • Tap Unpair or Forget. This will remove the device from your paired devices list.

5) Repeat for All Devices

  • Repeat the process for each device you want to remove from the pairing list.

Follow these steps for iOS devices (iPhone)

1) Open Settings

  • Unlock your iPhone and go to the Settings app.

2) Navigate to Bluetooth Settings

  • In the Settings menu, tap on Bluetooth.

3) View Paired Devices

  • Ensure that Bluetooth is turned on.
  • You will see a list of devices that are currently paired with your phone.

4) Unpair Devices

  • To unpair a device, tap on the "i" icon next to the device name.
  • Tap Forget This Device. Confirm the action if prompted. This will remove the device from your paired devices list.

5) Repeat for all devices

  • Repeat the process for each device you want to remove from the pairing list.

Additional tips

Restart your phone: After clearing the pairing list, it can be helpful to restart your phone to ensure all settings are properly updated.

Update software: Ensure your phone's operating system is up to date, as software updates can sometimes fix underlying Bluetooth issues.

Clear Bluetooth Cache (Android Only): If you are experiencing persistent issues, you may also try clearing the Bluetooth cache.

  • Go to Settings > Apps or Application Manager.
  • Tap the three-dot menu (usually at the top right) and select Show system apps.
  • Scroll down and tap on Bluetooth or Bluetooth Share.
  • Tap Storage > Clear Cache.