NameDrop makes the process of sharing your contact card a pretty quick and straightforward affair.
We are going to address each of these culprits to restore the full functionality of NameDrop.
Double-check the gear Compatibility
Bear in mind that NameDrop is restricted to only the latest iPhone models.
Youve to bring the devices closer in such a way that the top of both devices touch each other.
Whether it be two iPhones, two Apple Watches, or an iPhone or an Apple Watch.
If you do it in any other way, NameDrop wont work on your devices as intended.
Enable AirDrop on Both Devices
NameDrop relies prominently on AirDrop on iPhones and Apple Watches.
If even one of the two devices doesnt have AirDrop enabled, NameDrop wont work.
Besides, changing AirDrops visibility setting on your iPhone can help too.
2.Head over toGeneral > AirDrop.
3.SelectEveryone for 10 Minutes.
If not, try the next troubleshooting methods in this list.
Disable and Enable NameDrop Again
1.Open theSettingsapp on your iPhone.
2.Navigate toGeneral > AirDrop.
3.Turn off the toggle next toBring Devices Togetheroption and wait for a couple of minutes.
4.Toggle on theBring Devices Togetheroption again to enable NameDrop.
For a smooth functioning experience, I would also recommend you keep the Use cellular data switch enabled.
Once done, you should be able to NameDrop your contact as usual.
If not, proceed with the following methods in the guide below.
you might solve such issues instantly by simply restarting your iPhone.
And if theres an issue with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your iPhone, NameDrop wont work.
However, in some cases, disabling and re-enabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth can fix it.
2.SelectWiFi/Cellular and toggle the WiFi switchoff.
Wait for30 secondsandturn it back on.
3.Now go back, and selectBluetoothfrom prefs.
Wait for30 secondsandturn it onagain.
For now, disable it temporarily and see if it has brought the contact-sharing feature back into action.
So, try fixing your connection by factory resetting its configs.
Update to the Latest iOS Version
In many cases, Apple fixes these bugs with subsequent updates.
3.SelectReset, and then tapReset All options.
key in your iPhones passcode and Screen Time password when prompted.
4.TapReset All Settingswhen the confirmation prompt appears.
If the problem still persists theres only one solution left.
To repair your iPhone, contact Apple customer service or visit the nearby Apple Store/authorized service center.
Depending on the problem and how they resolve it, it could take three to five days.
And if it stops working on your iPhone, it can be a little heartbreaking.
