iPhone 16 pro, a linked in notification has locked my phone

Downloaded Linked in, it sent me a notification asking if i would like to receive notifications. I tried to tap don't allow and It has completely locked my phone. I can't swipe my phone open, face id doesn't work, and I can't even reset the phone or power it off. Help?? Short of letting my phone die which will take a long time, I don't know what to do?

iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Oct 13, 2025 11:49 PM

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Posted on Oct 14, 2025 2:55 AM

Try a forced restart.


• Press and quickly release the volume up button

• Press and quickly release the volume down button

• Press and hold the side button.

• When the Apple logo appears, release the button.


Force restart iPhone - Apple Support (IN)


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