What Happens After You Factory Reset Your PS4? Here’s the Complete Guide
Discover the effects of a PS4 factory reset—erased data, performance enhancement, and essential backup tips.
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After you factory reset your PS4, the console returns to its original out-of-the-box state. All user data, downloaded games, and settings are erased. To avoid losing valuable information, back up your game saves to an external storage device or cloud before resetting. This action often resolves performance issues and software errors, providing a clean slate for your system.
FAQs & Answers
- How do I back up my PS4 data before resetting? You can back up your PS4 data using an external storage device or PS Plus cloud storage by going to Settings > Application Saved Data Management.
- Will I lose all my games after a factory reset? Yes, a factory reset erases all user data, including downloaded games and settings. Make sure to back up your data.
- What should I do if my PS4 is still slow after a factory reset? If your PS4 is still slow after a factory reset, consider checking for system updates, free up hard drive space, or contact customer support.
- Can I restore my data after a factory reset? If you backed up your data before the factory reset, you can restore it by connecting the external storage device and following the restore process.