When a screen protector cracks, dulls, or stops wiping clean, it has done its job and it is time for a new one. Removing tempered glass is easy and safe if you lift, never pry hard. Here is the method.
Lift From a Corner
Make sure the phone is off or the screen is locked. Slide a fingernail, a thin guitar pick, or a piece of tape under one corner and lift gently. Tempered glass will separate from the adhesive with steady, even pressure. Do not jam anything metal against the screen, and never force a cracked protector, since shards can flake; use tape over cracks to hold pieces together as you lift.
Clean Off the Residue
Once the old protector is off, remove any leftover adhesive with the microfiber cloth and the alcohol wipe from your new kit. The screen must be perfectly clean and dry before the new glass goes on.
Apply the New One
Follow the standard install: clean, use a dust sticker, align with the frame if included, peel, drop, and let a full-adhesive tempered glass protector self-spread. Buying multi-packs means you always have a spare ready. See options in the store's protectors range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to remove tempered glass myself? Yes. Lift gently from a corner with a nail or pick. The adhesive releases cleanly. Use tape over any cracks first to control loose shards.
Will removing it damage my screen? No. The protector adhesive is designed to peel away without harming the display. Just avoid prying with metal tools.
How do I remove leftover adhesive? A microfiber cloth with a little of the kit's alcohol wipe removes residue. Make sure it dries fully before applying the new protector.
Swapping a protector takes five minutes. Lift gently, clean thoroughly, and apply the fresh glass for a like-new screen surface.