Many people leave their phone chargers plugged into the wall all the time. It feels harmless—after all, it’s just a small adapter. But keeping your charger plugged in when it’s not connected to your phone can actually be unsafe, wasteful, and damaging over time. Here’s why unplugging your charger is a smarter habit.

1. It Still Uses Electricity (Even When Not Charging)

Even without your phone attached, a charger continues to draw a small amount of power. This is known as “vampire energy.”

It slowly increases your electricity bill
It wastes energy every day, all year
It contributes to unnecessary environmental impact

One charger may seem insignificant, but millions of unused chargers worldwide add up to a serious energy drain.
2. Risk of Overheating and Fire

Chargers are electrical devices, and any device drawing power can overheat, especially if it’s low quality or damaged.