MacBook: water damage - what you can do

If you accidentally spilled water on your MacBook, it's not too late to save your device. In most cases, you can also recover your data if something on the device is defective after all. But before that, you should follow some steps to prevent further damage.

What you can do if your MacBook is water damaged

If you have poured water over your MacBook, then severe damage to the device can occur. However, the device is not always completely lost. In most cases, you can still save your data. Before you take action, it is necessary to follow some steps to prevent further errors.

1. Under no circumstances should you attempt to start your device if it has come into contact with water. If necessary, turn it off directly and remove the power cable.
2. Now it is necessary to remove as much water from the device as possible. In this case, hold your MacBook so that the water can flow out again where it entered the device.
3. Next, wait about two days so that the device has enough time to dry. Do not add additional heat, otherwise it may cause further damage.
4. Once the device is dry, you can start the repair. Since there is usually still residue in the MacBook, you should consult a specialist to repair the damage or recover your data.