How To Remove a Phone Ring Holder

Feb 04, 2025
Gone are the days when cell phones were simply for calling, texting, or taking photos. As constant companions, they’re now used for catching up on the news, reading books, and watching their favorite TV shows or movies. So it’s no surprise that phone ring holders are popular accessories, allowing you to prop your device wherever you are.
However, device rings can sometimes break, or you may want to change accessories. In this case, you should know how to remove your device's ring without damaging your phone or case. Read on to find out how to remove your phone ring properly and avoid unnecessary damage.
How Do I Take a Phone Ring Off?
Prepare Your Workspace
Whenever you add or remove anything from your device, you must ensure a clean workspace. Please ensure that nothing wet or sticky is lying on your worktable to avoid damaging your phone during the removal process.
Once you’re happy with your workstation, collecting everything you’ll need before removing the cell phone ring is best. It will be imperative to have a bright space to work in so you can see what you’re doing.
Losen The Adhesive
The first step is to loosen the adhesive before removing the phone ring. Pulling the phone ring off your case or device can damage it, so set aside enough time to be patient as you undergo this process. Using a hairdryer on low heat, blow dry the adhesive areas.
If you can’t set your hair dryer to a low-temperature setting, you must hold it close enough to have an effect but not so close that you damage the device. Depending on the temperature and the strength of the adhesive, you only need to blow dry the adhesive for 30-60 seconds.
Separate The Ring From Adhesive
Dental floss, being so thin, will allow for a smoother removal. Please see the dental floss along the adhesive underneath the phone ring until you reach the other side. Using your hands to remove the phone ring should be safe. If you feel some resistance, you can use the hair dryer again and repeat the process.
Also, if you use a plastic card, you can loosen the adhesive and gently place the card between the phone ring and the phone or case. Then, carefully use the card to pry the device's ring from the adhesive. You must use plastic. Otherwise, the card could get stuck to the adhesive and cause a mess.
Clean And Remove The Residue
Once the phone ring has been carefully removed and set aside, there will likely still be residue on the device or case, so removing it as soon as possible is crucial. Using a microfiber towel or cloth, apply adhesive remover or rubbing alcohol and gently wipe away the residue. The best method is to use a circular motion to get every part.
Finish With A Final Clean
Once all the adhesive has been removed, it’s essential to have a quick final clean and dry to ensure your device isn’t wet or still has debris. Take the dry part of the microfiber cloth (or use a different dry cloth) and wipe the surface thoroughly.
Double-check that all the adhesive is gone. If there are still some spots, repeat the previous step until you’re happy. A final clean will also help remove unwanted germs on your device.
What if Things Go Wrong?
Stubborn adhesive
The most important thing with stubborn adhesive is to trust the process, so work on the stubborn parts section by section. Apply more rubbing alcohol or adhesive remover to your cloth. Whatever you do, don’t give up. Try using a knife or other metal objects to remove the adhesive, as you could damage your device or injure yourself.
Scratches on the phone/case
Once you have scratched on your device or case, you can’t remove them. So, it’s best to use soft and gentle materials when pulling your phone ring to avoid adding scratches or aesthetic damage.
Discoloration
Discoloration could occur if your hair is dried too much in adhesive sections or at a high temperature. So please be careful with this step of the process.
Snapping the ring holder
You will only like to snap the ring holder if you try pulling it off your device or case without loosening the adhesive first. Please be sure to trust the process and be patient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Reuse a Phone Ring Holder?
Yes, phone ring holders are reusable! They securely attach to your device with strong adhesive, and if you upgrade your case, you can easily remove and reattach the holder to your new case without losing its grip or functionality.
Final Thoughts
If your old phone ring broke or you simply want a new phone ring to suit your needs now, then removing it is an excellent idea. And with these steps, it’s super easy. Once you’ve removed your old phone ring, it’s time to either reuse it or invest in a new one. So why not check out Casely’s cute range of phone rings today?