Are you planning on getting rid of your old smartphone or just want a fresh start on your current one? Formatting your Android smartphone to erase all personal data is a must. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to factory reset your Android smartphone to wipe all data and restore factory settings.

Before You Begin: Backup Your Data Ensure that you have online and offline backups of all the data on your smartphone before resetting your smartphone. This will allow you to restore your important data like contacts, photos, and documents later.

Factory Resetting Your Google Pixel/Stock Android Smartphone

  1. Open the Settings app and tap on System.
  2. Select Reset options.
  3. Now select Erase all data (factory reset) at the bottom of the list.
  4. Read the information related to data that will be erased, then tap Erase all data.
  5. Draw your pattern or enter your PIN or passcode to authenticate the process.
  6. Review the warning showed on the screen and tap on the Erase all data option to start wiping your phone.

Factory Resetting Your Samsung Smartphone

  1. Open the Settings app and select Accounts and backup > Manage accounts.
  2. Locate your Samsung account in the list and tap the entry, then select Remove account.
  3. Go back to the main Settings menu, then tap on General management.
  4. Scroll down and tap on Reset.
  5. Tap on Factory data reset.
  6. Read the information related to data that will be erased, then tap on the Reset button.
  7. Draw your pattern or enter your PIN or passcode to authenticate the process.
  8. Tap Delete all in order to start wiping your smartphone.

Additional Tips

  • If you have an SD card in your smartphone, remove it before performing the factory reset to ensure that the data on the card is not erased.
  • Make sure your smartphone is fully charged or connected to a power source before performing the factory reset.
  • After the reset is complete, set up your smartphone like a new device and sign in to your Google or Samsung account to restore your important data.

Conclusion

Resetting your Android smartphone to erase all personal data and restore factory settings is an easy process that takes very little time. However, it’s important to backup your data before resetting and follow the steps carefully to avoid any errors. With this guide, you can format your Android smartphone like a pro and enjoy a fresh start.

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