How to Factory Reset an Android Phone?

If your phone turns on normally and you can open Settings, do NOT use Recovery Mode. Please stop at step 1.

Step 1 (Recommended): Reset from Settings

Use this method if the phone is working normally

This is the correct and safest way to reset an Android phone.

Why this method is best

• ✔️ Erases all personal data

• ✔️ Properly removes your Google account

• ✔️ Prevents Google lock (FRP)

• ✔️ Safe for selling or returning the phone

How to do it

1. Open Settings

2. Tap System (or Accounts & backup on Samsung)

3. Tap Reset

4. Select Erase all data (factory reset)

5. Tap Continue / Erase

👉 For most people, this is the only step you need.

⚠️ Step 2 (Do NOT use unless necessary): Recovery Mode

Only use this if you cannot access Settings

When this is needed

Use Recovery Mode only if:

• Phone won’t turn on properly

• Screen is frozen or unusable

• Touch does not work

• You cannot open Settings at all

Important warning (please read)

⚠️ Resetting via Recovery Mode may NOT remove the Google account.
This can cause Google lock (FRP) and prevent the next user from setting up the phone.