It’s frustrating when your iPhone’s battery dies before the end of the day, especially if you’re relying on it to stay connected and get things done. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to maximize your iPhone’s battery life and make it last longer.

1. Update to the latest software.

Apple often releases updates that include improvements to battery life, so make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. To check for updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update.

2. Enable Low Power Mode.

Low Power Mode temporarily reduces power consumption by disabling certain features and settings, such as automatic downloads and email fetching. To enable Low Power Mode, go to Settings > Battery > Enable Low Battery Mode.

3. Adjust your display settings.

Your iPhone’s display is one of the biggest drains on its battery, so reducing the brightness or turning on Auto-Brightness can help extend its battery life. To adjust these settings, go to Settings > Display & Brightness.

4. Turn off push email.

Push email is convenient, but it can also drain your battery by constantly checking for new messages. Instead, switch to fetching email every 15 or 30 minutes, or turn off push email altogether and only check your email manually. To adjust these settings, go to Settings > Mail > Accounts > Disable “Fetch New Data”

5. Close apps when you’re not using them.

Leaving apps open in the background can use up valuable battery life, especially if is using your live location, so make a habit of closing them when you’re done. To close an app, double-click the home button or swipe up on the app’s preview.

By following these simple tips, you can help extend your iPhone’s battery life and keep it running longer throughout the day.