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Updated: May 17, 2023

Steps to factory reset your iPhone


iPhone Factory Reset

To perform a factory reset on your iPhone, follow these steps:

Backup your data:

Before proceeding with a factory reset, it's essential to back up your important data. You can do this by connecting your iPhone to a computer and using iTunes or by using iCloud to back up your device wirelessly.

Disable Find My iPhone:

If you have enabled Find My iPhone, you need to disable it before proceeding with the factory reset. Go to "Settings" > [Your Name] > "Find My" > "Find My iPhone" and toggle it off. You may be required to enter your Apple ID password.


Reset through Settings:

On your iPhone, go to "Settings" and tap on your name at the top of the screen. Then, select "iCloud" and scroll down to find "Sign Out." Enter your Apple ID password, followed by tapping "Turn Off." After that, go back to "Settings" and select "General." Scroll down and tap on "Reset," then choose "Erase All Content and Settings." You may need to enter your passcode and Apple ID password to confirm the reset.

Reset using iTunes:

If you prefer to use iTunes, connect your iPhone to a computer and launch iTunes. Select your iPhone when it appears in iTunes, then click on the "Summary" tab. From there, click on the "Restore iPhone" button and confirm your decision. iTunes will then erase all data on your device and install the latest version of iOS.

Set up your iPhone:

After the reset is complete, your iPhone will restart and present you with the initial setup screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device as new or restore from a backup.

Remember, a factory reset erases all data and settings on your iPhone, so make sure you have a backup of your important information before proceeding.

 

 

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