How to Protect Student Devices Over Winter Break

Winter break is the perfect time for students (and their devices) to finally take a breather. But before everyone heads out for a few weeks of rest, it’s worth making sure school-issued laptops, tablets, and other tech are set up to survive the season. A little prep now can prevent battery issues, cold-weather damage, and slow-downs when classes start again.

Here are a few simple steps to keep devices safe, healthy, and ready to power back on in January.

1. Power Down: shutting down prevents background processes from draining the battery and keeps systems healthy during long periods of inactivity.
   
   

2. Keep Devices Out of the Cold: Cold weather can shorten battery life and cause internal condensation once devices warm back up. Store them indoors, and never leave them in cars or garages.

   
   
3. Update Before You Leave: Winter break is the perfect time to run system and security updates as there are no class interruptions and no waiting on downloads when you’re back in school.
   
   
4. Avoid “Always Plugged In” Mode: Leaving a device plugged in for weeks can wear down the battery. Also, plugged in devices create tripping hazards that can cause serious damage. Fully charge, then unplug before putting your device away.
   
   
5. Plan Ahead with device Protection: Even careful students have accidents. Safeware protection plans cover drops, spills, and mechanical failures that manufacturer warranties may not cover.

A short checklist can make a big difference in how well student devices bounce back after a long holiday break. With smart habits and the right protection in place, schools can cut down on mid-semester repairs and keep teaching time running smoothly.

For everything you can’t predict, Safeware is here to help with protection plans built for real-world classroom wear and tear.