How to Remove a Screen Protector

Phone screen protectors last only so long before they need to be replace due to scratchs or cracks. Many users are wary of removing the old screen protector themselves, but the process is simple. There are two methods for removing the glass screen protector on your phone.

Option 1: the Hands-On Approach

Option 2: Toothpick and a Credit Card

If your fingernails aren’t doing the trick, try using a toothpick instead.

How to Replace the Screen Protector on Your Phone

Once you’ve successfully removed the old screen protector, it’s time to replace it. Make sure your hands are clean, and gently clean your phone’s screen with a microfiber cloth or appropriate screen cleaner. If your screen protector didn’t come with any special solution, use the dry mounting method. If it did, use the wet mounting method.

Dry Mounting a Screen Protector

Wet Mounting a Screen Protector

Some screen protectors come with a special solution to use during application. Only use the solution that came with your specific brand of screen protector.