{"id":45157,"date":"2025-02-06T16:42:54","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T08:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/?p=45157"},"modified":"2025-11-08T17:37:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T09:37:42","slug":"how-to-turn-off-ps5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightningxvpn.com\/blog\/en\/how-to-turn-off-ps5\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Turn off PS5: Quick and Easy Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After a whole night of gaming on your PS5, you might notice that it\u2019s gotten surprisingly hot when you touch the console. It\u2019s probably time for it to take a well-deserved break – whether it’s to cool down or clear some of the background cache built up during standby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, turning it off completely uses less power, especially compared to Rest Mode. So, shutting down your PS5 has its perks. But do you know how to turn it off? Since there isn\u2019t a direct button for turning it off, let\u2019s look at some simple and easy ways to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Turn off PS5: Different Ways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Method 1: Turning off Using the Controller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Using the controller is convenient and perfect if you\u2019re already holding it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Press the PS button<\/strong> on your controller. This will bring up the control center on the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Next, scroll over to the Power icon<\/strong> at the far right of the menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Once you select the power icon, you\u2019ll see two options: Enter Rest Mode<\/strong> and Turn Off PS5<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. To completely shut down your PS5, click on Turn Off PS5<\/strong>. This will power off your console entirely.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    That\u2019s it. No need to get up or mess with any buttons on the console itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Method 2: Turn off Using the Power Button on the Console<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You can directly use the power button on the console. Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Locate the power button on your PS5. It\u2019s on the front of the console, near the bottom right (if your PS5 is standing vertically).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Press the button once to put the PS5 into Rest Mode. The LED light will turn orange, signaling it\u2019s in low-power mode.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. If you want to turn it off completely, press and hold the power button<\/strong> for about 7 seconds. You\u2019ll hear a second beep, indicating that the system is fully powered down.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Method 3: Power off via the PlayStation App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Did you know you can also use your phone to turn off your PS5? If you have the PlayStation app installed, here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Open the PlayStation App<\/strong> on your smartphone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Make sure your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your PS5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Tap on the Console<\/strong> tab, which shows all your connected PlayStation devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Select your PS5 from the list of devices, and you should see an option to Turn Off PS5<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        It comes in handy when you\u2019re not right next to your PS5 but still want to shut it down. No need to get up, no need to press any buttons. Just a quick remote power-off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Method 4: Using Rest Mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Rest Mode lets your PS5 stay on but in a low-power state. It\u2019s still awake (just not fully). You can download updates, charge your controllers, and keep everything ready for your next session. But maybe you don\u2019t want to shut it down completely. Maybe you want it to rest without fully powering off. That\u2019s exactly what this mode is for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        To put your PS5 in Rest Mode:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Press the PS button<\/strong> on your controller to bring up the control center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Select the Power icon<\/strong>, then choose Enter Rest Mode<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Your PS5 will remain on, but it will use less power. The LED light on the front will turn orange, letting you know it\u2019s in Rest Mode.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Rest Mode is perfect if you plan to come back to your PS5 soon, but don\u2019t want it fully powered on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Method 5: Shut Down Using the Console\u2019s Settings (For System Software Updates)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Sometimes, PS5 may suggest turning off the console when you need to apply your PS5 update<\/a> or install new software. If you\u2019re not in a hurry, you can use the settings to shut it down, especially if you\u2019ve already started an update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Go to the Settings<\/strong> menu from your PS5 home screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Scroll down and select System<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Then, go to Power Saving<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. You\u2019ll find the option to either enter Rest Mode or completely turn off the PS5.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Advanced Tips and Troubleshooting for PS5 Power Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            To boost the article’s professional value and address potential user issues, please insert the following new section after Method 5<\/strong> and before “What Happens When You Turn off PS5”<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            1. PS5 Emergency Shutdown (The Hard Reset)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            In certain circumstances, such as a system freeze, crash, or unresponsiveness, you may be unable to perform a normal shutdown via the controller menu. Knowing how to execute a hard shutdown is crucial to preventing further data corruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n