The biggest issue isn't necessarily the electricity.
It's that permanently plugged-in equipment becomes easy to ignore.
When a charger remains behind a desk or beside your bed for months, you may stop noticing its condition.
The cable could gradually deteriorate.
The adapter could become damaged.
The outlet could loosen.
Dust could accumulate around the area.
A charger that was perfectly safe when purchased may not remain in the same condition forever.
Occasionally unplugging your equipment gives you an opportunity to inspect it.
Is the cable still intact?
Is the adapter cracked?
Does anything smell unusual?
Is the outlet secure?
A few seconds of attention can help you catch problems early.
13. Where You Should Be Especially Careful
Some environments deserve additional caution.
Near water
Never casually place chargers or electrical equipment near sinks, bathtubs, showers, or wet countertops.
Water and electricity are a dangerous combination.
Under bedding
Don't bury charging equipment under pillows, blankets, or mattresses.
Heat needs somewhere to go.
In extremely hot areas
Avoid leaving chargers exposed to excessive heat, such as directly beside heating equipment or in very hot environments.
With damaged power strips
If a power strip is cracked, overloaded, melted, or showing signs of electrical damage, don't continue using it.
Around children and pets
Loose cables can become chewing hazards, while chargers and small components can present risks to young children.
14. Should You Unplug Your Charger Every Time?
If you're able to do so conveniently, yes, it's a reasonable habit.
But you don't need to become obsessive about it.
You don't have to panic because you forgot to unplug your charger yesterday.
You don't need to unplug every device in your home every five minutes.
Instead, focus on practical habits.
When you're finished using a charger:
Unplug it if it isn't needed.
Before using it again:
Check the cable and adapter for damage.
While charging:
Keep the equipment ventilated and away from water and excessive heat.
That's enough for most people.