Tech Tips: Does leaving the charger on waste electricity? 99% of people don't know the correct answer..

Many times it happens that you forget to plug your electronic device in the charger plug. Many people leave the charger plugged in after charging the mobile and leave it on. Does doing this waste electricity? Let us tell you about this:

Does keeping the charger plugged in the socket waste electricity?

According to experts, when the charger is plugged in and the phone is not connected to it, some electricity is still used. Although this power consumption is very low, if we leave it like this for a long time, it can lead to a waste of electricity. Therefore, it would be better to remove the charger from the plug when your phone is charged. This will not only save electricity but will also increase the life of your charger.

Chargers consume electricity even without charging:
The charger has a transformer and other circuits, which need constant electricity to work, even when no device is connected. This small amount of electricity is used to keep the charger's internal circuits running and ready to charge the device.

The "vampire power" effect:
Although the energy consumption of a single charger is very low, the combined effect of multiple chargers and other devices (such as TVs, computers and other appliances) plugged in can waste a lot of energy and increase electricity bills.

Save energy by unplugging the charger:
To reduce energy wastage, it is advisable to unplug the charger when not in use. This simple step can help reduce your electricity consumption and contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle.

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