Do UV phone sanitizers actually work?

Yes, UV-C light at 254-280nm wavelength is scientifically proven to destroy the DNA of bacteria and viruses, rendering them unable to reproduce. Quality UV-C phone sanitizers like PhoneSoap have been independently tested by labs confirming 99.99% kill rates for common pathogens including E. coli, Staph, and flu viruses.

Can UV-C light damage my phone?

No, UV-C light at the levels used in phone sanitizers does not damage phone screens, coatings, or electronics. The exposure duration (1-10 minutes) is far too short to cause any material degradation. UV-C can, however, degrade very thin plastic films over thousands of exposures.

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