Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra waterproof?

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The Quick Answer

Yes, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is water-resistant. It has an IP68 rating, meaning it can handle being submerged in fresh water up to 1.5 meters (about 5 feet) deep for 30 minutes.

What Does IP68 Actually Mean?

• The 6 means it's completely sealed against dust
• The 8 means it can survive underwater—not just splashes

Real-World Translation

You're Fine Doing This:

• Getting rained on
• Dropping it in a puddle or sink
• Cooking with wet hands
• Hanging out by the pool
• Washing it under the tap briefly

Don't Do This:

• Swimming with it
• Taking it in a hot tub (heat destroys the seals)
• Bringing it to the ocean (salt is corrosive)
• Using pressure washers nearby
• Dunking it for fun

The Catch: Not All Liquids Are Equal

IP68 is tested with fresh water. Other liquids can still damage your phone:

Saltwater corrodes the seals. If you drop your phone in the ocean, rinse it with fresh water immediately and dry thoroughly.

Pool water has chlorine that degrades seals over time. Brief splashes are probably fine; don't let it sit in pool water.

Soapy water can bypass water resistance more easily than plain water.

If the Phone Gets Wet

The USB-C port can trap water. You'll see a moisture warning and the phone will refuse to charge—this is normal.

To dry it out:

• Shake gently to remove water
• Wipe it down
• Air dry (don't use a hair dryer—heat damages seals)

One Big Catch

Water damage isn't covered by warranty. Samsung built the phone to resist water, but if something goes wrong, you're on your own for repairs. Treat the water resistance as a safety net, not a feature to test.