How to safely use your Apple Vision Pro

Learn how to safely wear and use your Apple Vision Pro.

Address your vision needs

Apple Vision Pro supports a wide range of vision needs. Certain prescription needs and conditions might impact the viewing experience. If you require vision correction, you must either wear contact lenses or purchase compatible ZEISS Optical Inserts, as eyeglasses are not compatible with the device.

Learn about using Apple Vision Pro with vision prescriptions or vision conditions

Consider your medical needs

If you are at risk for falls or seizures, or have a serious medical condition such as a heart condition, consult with a medical provider before using Apple Vision Pro. If you have a pre-existing medical condition such as migraine headaches, an eye or vision condition, an inner ear condition, or a psychological condition, using Apple Vision Pro might aggravate your symptoms or increase your risk of injury or discomfort. If you are pregnant, exercise additional caution when using Apple Vision Pro, as pregnancy may increase the risk of nausea or loss of balance. If you experience symptoms that may be related to a medical condition, discontinue use of the device and consult with your physician before resuming use of Apple Vision Pro.

Learn about using Apple Vision Pro with certain medical conditions

Apple Vision Pro and its battery contain magnets, components, and radios that emit electromagnetic fields, which could affect the operation of nearby medical devices.

Important safety information for Apple Vision Pro

Make sure that you have the proper fit

Ensure that your Apple Vision Pro fits correctly. A proper fit, including using the correct Light Seal and head band, is important to provide a safe device experience. If you require vision correction, you must either wear contact lenses or purchase compatible ZEISS Optical Inserts, as eyeglasses are not compatible with the device. Using the device while wearing facial jewelry may increase the risk of injury.

Learn how to get the best fit and how to make adjustments

Because the displays need to remain a safe distance from your eyes, you might see an alert on your device that says your eyes are too close to your Apple Vision Pro display. If you see this, switch to the Light Seal Cushion that came with your Apple Vision Pro marked with a "+." If the warning persists, you may need to purchase a different Light Seal.

Always wear the correct size of Light Seal and Light Seal Cushion for your face when wearing Apple Vision Pro, and never wear Apple Vision Pro without a Light Seal and Light Seal Cushion attached.

Learn how to replace your Light Seal Cushion

Apple Vision Pro features an interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment which moves the displays in front of your eyes. visionOS may ask you to press and hold the Digital Crown to adjust the displays. Release the Digital Crown to stop movement if you feel contact on your nose. After adjusting IPD, you should see a single, clear image of your surroundings and content.

Use your device in a controlled indoor or outdoor space

• Ensure your space is clear of any obstacles that you could bump into, trip over, or hit with your hands. Immersive experiences may block your ability to see your surroundings while wearing Apple Vision Pro.

• Ensure your space is dry and level to reduce the likelihood of falls or collisions.

• Be aware of people, pets, and children in your space while using the device.

• Avoid situations and obstacles — like doorknobs and cabinets — that might catch the power cable and cause it to disconnect.

• Remove Apple Vision Pro immediately if a loss of system power occurs as the displays will turn off and you will be unable to see your surroundings.

• Do not use Apple Vision Pro around stairs, balconies, railings, glass, mirrors, sharp objects, sources of excessive heat (such as a stove or oven), or other hazards.

• You can use your Apple Vision Pro outside only in controlled environments. Avoid situations that could cause you to trip and fall, like uneven terrain, or obstacles that you could collide with. If you are outside, avoid extreme temperatures, rain, fog, or moisture of any kind. Apple Vision Pro shouldn’t be used near roadways or areas where moving objects present a collision risk.

• Never use the device while operating a moving vehicle, bicycle, heavy machinery, or in any other situations requiring attention to safety.

For the best experience, use your Vision Pro in a well-lit area. Low light conditions may increase the risk of collision with objects in your environment.

Take regular breaks

As you become acclimated to using your Vision Pro, take a break every 20 to 30 minutes, then adjust the time based on your comfort level. Stop using the device if you start to feel unwell at any point, even if you’ve been using the device for only a few minutes.

If you experience visual discomfort such as eye strain, headaches, or eye pain, or a change in vision such as blurred or double vision, stop using your device. If symptoms persist, consult your medical provider.

Avoid use if you're feeling unwell

Don’t use the device if you’re currently ill, feel unwell, or are impaired. A safe experience requires an unimpaired sense of motion and balance. You should also avoid using the device if you’re currently injured or recently had a medical procedure on your face, nose, or head.

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Stop using it immediately if you feel unwell or experience discomfort, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, numbness, eyestrain, eye pain, or a change in vision such as blurred or double vision.

Other safety considerations

While Apple Vision Pro is charging, ensure the battery does not get excessively warm by keeping the battery in a well-ventilated area.

If your Vision Pro breaks or cracks while you're wearing it, safely remove the device by holding the enclosure and head band. Don't use Apple Vision Pro if the display is cracked or broken.

Apple Vision Pro is not intended for use where the failure of the device could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.