How to turn on and off your Google Pixel 8

Has your Android phone been acting strangely? Often the first—and easiest—step toward troubleshooting your phone is powering your phone off and on.

From phone repairs to tech advice, Asurion has your back every step of the way. We’ll walk you through the steps for turning on and off your Google Pixel™ 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, so you know what to do in these everyday situations.

How to turn your Pixel 8 on and off

Whether you’ve got a standard 8 or an 8 Pro, we’ll show you how to turn your Google Pixel phone off and on.

How to turn on Pixel 8

To turn on your Google Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, follow these easy steps:

1. Press and hold the Power button located on the right side of your phone.
2. Continue holding the button until the phone vibrates and the Google™ logo appears on your phone screen.

How to turn off Pixel 8

Turning off your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro is just as straightforward:

1. Press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons for a few seconds.
2. Then, tap Power off.

What if my Pixel won’t turn on or off?

Occasionally, your Google Pixel may not respond when you try to turn it on or off, which can be a sign of a drained battery or a software glitch.

If your Pixel 8 won't turn on

1. Connect your phone to its original charger and plug it into a power outlet.
2. Let your phone charge for at least 30 minutes.
3. After charging, press and hold the Power button to turn on the phone.

You should contact an expert for further assistance if it still doesn't turn on.

If your Pixel 8 won't turn off

Try performing a soft reset by holding the Power and Volume Down buttons until the phone restarts.

If the buttons aren't working properly, you can also ask your phone to turn off via voice command. If this doesn't work and your phone remains unresponsive, it could be a more serious software issue or hardware failure, so you should reach out to an expert for help.