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USB-C Cable Safety Basics

Choose safe USB-C cables

This guide covers USB-C cable safety: buy certified cables from reputable brands, match power and data ratings to devices, avoid cheap unmarked cables, and label cables for their capabilities.

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Buy certified

Choose USB-IF certified cables from trusted brands.

Match ratings

Ensure wattage and data speeds meet device needs (PD, 3.1/3.2).

Avoid unknown cables

Skip no-name or damaged cables to prevent device harm.

Label capabilities

Mark high-power or high-speed cables to avoid mix-ups.

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