How to Factory Reset a Locked Phone: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to perform a factory reset on your locked phone and regain access with our step-by-step guide.
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To factory reset a locked phone: 1. Turn off the phone. 2. Press and hold the volume up and power buttons simultaneously until the recovery mode menu appears. 3. Use the volume buttons to navigate to 'Wipe data/factory reset' and select it with the power button. 4. Confirm the reset. The phone will reset and erase all data, including the lock.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do before a factory reset? Back up your important data as a factory reset will erase all data from the device.
- Can I recover data after a factory reset? No, all data will be permanently lost after a factory reset, so make sure to back up your files first.
- Is a factory reset the same as a hard reset? Yes, a factory reset and a hard reset typically refer to the same process of erasing all data and restoring the device to its original settings.