Can I just use a Ziploc bag?

Standard plastic bags are prone to punctures and tears. Use dedicated dry bags made of 500D PVC or heavy-duty silicone, which are built to handle friction and pressure.

My device got wet, what do I do?

Power it off immediately. Do not use a hairdryer. Place it in a bag of silica gel (not rice) for 48 hours to slowly pull the moisture out of the internal components.

Keeping Electronics Dry During Monsoon Season

Protect your electronics by double-bagging devices in heavy-duty, zip-top silicone bags and using a dedicated dry bag for your day pack. Always keep a pack of silica gel packets in your storage cases to absorb residual humidity before it corrodes your ports.

Use dual-layer protection. Place your phone or camera inside a small, airtight silicone pouch, then place that pouch inside a larger waterproof dry bag. This redundancy saves your gear if your primary bag is submerged or caught in a downpour.
Manage humidity with silica. Toss 3-4 industrial-grade silica gel packets into your electronics storage bag. These absorb the moisture that trapped air carries, preventing mold and port corrosion while moving between air-conditioned rooms and humid street air.
Avoid open-air charging. Never charge your devices in the bathroom or near open windows during a rainstorm. Humidity levels spike instantly, and static electricity or condensation can short-circuit charging ports.
Test your seals. Before you leave, fill your dry bags with paper towels, seal them, and submerge them in a sink for 5 minutes. If the paper is dry, the bag is safe for your electronics.

Can I just use a Ziploc bag?: Standard plastic bags are prone to punctures and tears. Use dedicated dry bags made of 500D PVC or heavy-duty silicone, which are built to handle friction and pressure.
My device got wet, what do I do?: Power it off immediately. Do not use a hairdryer. Place it in a bag of silica gel (not rice) for 48 hours to slowly pull the moisture out of the internal components.