If you’re like most people, you probably use your iPhone to do things like check email, make phone calls, and read news. But sometimes you might want to close background apps without having to go through the hassle of opening them again. Here’s how to close background apps on your iPhone:

  1. Open the Settings app and select General.
  2. Under “Background App Refresh,” select “Never.”
  3. Close the Settings app and restart your iPhone.