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A factory reset is needed occasionally to help troubleshoot repairs and improve performance. An Apple technician can recommend a factory reset of your device to help fix software errors or if you decide to sell your phone and want to remove all of your personal data from the iPhone..
What’s the difference between reset and erase?
Answer: A: Reset All Settings and Erase All Content and Settings do different things. Reset all Settings removes things like your Wifi password and settings you’ve set on your iPad for Apps, mail, etc. Erase All Content and Settings restores a device to it’s out of the box state when it was first turned on.
Does erasing iPhone delete iCloud?
No, factory resetting your iPhone will not alter your iCloud. Upon setting up your iPhone again you will be given the option to reconnect to your iCloud account if you desire. iCloud also stores iPhone backups that you can restore your phone from.
Does erasing all content and settings remove Apple ID?
I just erased and reset to factory settings our two iPhones because we got new 5’s. I gave the phones away only to be told by a friend that the erase all content and settings doesn’t remove the apple ID from the device.
Does erase all content and settings remove phone number?
The quick answer is “No, it doesn’t effect your plan or phone number”.
Can iPhone be tracked after factory reset?
iOS 15: Find My network can still find your iPhone when it is powered off, or factory reset. With iOS 15, your iPhone is still traceable through the Find My network even when the device is powered off.
Does erasing iPhone delete Find My iPhone?
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- This will completely erase your device and turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.
- If you’re using iOS 7 and have Find My iPhone turned on, your Apple ID and password will be required.
How do I remove Apple ID from my iPhone?
How to Remove Your Apple ID from Your iPhone
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Then tap your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
- Next, tap iTunes & App Store.
- Then tap your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
- Next, tap View Apple ID.
- Then tap Remove this Device.
- Tap the back button to go back to your Apple ID page.
How do I set my phone to factory default? How to perform Factory Reset on Android smartphone?
- Tap Apps.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Backup and reset.
- Tap Factory data reset.
- Tap Reset Device.
- Tap Erase Everything.
Does resetting iPhone delete iCloud?
Nothing in your iCloud account will be deleted. After resetting, restore from your backup, anything that isn’t in the backup will be restored from the relevant store or iCloud photo library etc.
What is the difference between reset and restore iPhone?
The erase will do a clean wipe of the iPhone and pretty much reset it back to factory new condition except that it keeps the current version of the firmware. A restore from iTunes will bring it back to the most current version of the firmware. It does not do a clean wipe though.
What happens after you erase your iPhone?
When you tap Erase All Content and Settings, it completely erases your device, including any credit or debit cards you added for Apple Pay and any photos, contacts, music, or apps. It will also turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.
How do I do a factory reset?
How to perform Factory Reset on Android smartphone?
- 1 Tap Settings
- 2 Tap General Management.
- 3 Tap Reset.
- 4 Tap Factory data reset.
- 5 Tap RESET.
- 6 Tap DELETE ALL. Please be patient as phone resetting takes some time.
- 1 Tap Apps > Settings > Backup and reset.
- 2 Tap Factory data reset > Reset Device > Erase Everything.
How do I wipe my phone before selling it?
Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. You’ll be asked to confirm, and it may take a few minutes to complete the process. Start by backing up your Android phone, then remove any MicroSD cards and your SIM card.
Does a factory reset delete everything? A factory data reset erases your data from the phone. While data stored in your Google Account can be restored, all apps and their data will be uninstalled. To be ready to restore your data, make sure that it’s in your Google Account.
Can someone use an erased iPhone? Even if your iPhone is fully erased, the person who has it can’t use it. Activation Lock stays on and there is no way to bypass it.
Can an iPhone be tracked after factory reset? iOS 15: Find My network can still find your iPhone when it is powered off, or factory reset. With iOS 15, your iPhone is still traceable through the Find My network even when the device is powered off.
Do you lose photos when resetting iPhone?
All information including apps, photos, videos, contacts, messages, calendar, or music etc. are lost. In order to restore your iPhone after factory reset, first take the backup of data in iCloud or iTunes.
How do I know if my iPhone is erased?
Login to your iCloud account, and go to Find my iPhone. click on the All Devices dropdown, It should show you the status of your phone. If it has been erased, it will not show in the list( Again, assuming it was the find my iPhone setting was enabled by you and wasn’t disabled by the thief).
How do I remove an old owner’s Apple ID from my iPhone?
Question: Q: How do I remove previous owner iCloud account when they are not available?
- Sign in to iCloud.com with their Apple ID.
- Go to Find My iPhone.
- Click All Devices at the top of the screen.
- Select the device that you want to remove from iCloud.
- If necessary, click Erase [device].
- Click Remove from Account.
What gets erased when you erase all content and settings?
Apple iPhone 8 / 8 Plus – Erase All Content and Settings
- Erase all content and settings only if absolutely necessary as it removes all data including: Email accounts. System and app data (including app settings and downloaded apps)
- To ensure Activation Lock is removed, sign out of iCloud: Tap. Settings.
How can I delete iCloud from my iPhone without password?
Guide to Remove iCloud Account without Password from iPhone
- Download, install and launch iMyFone LockWiper.
- Choose “Unlock Apple ID” mode from the home interface, and click on “Start to Unlock” button to begin.
- iMyFone LockWiper will start the process of removing Apple ID.
Should you remove your SIM card before doing a factory reset?
First of all, you should manually remove every account that you have signed in with. Then, remove any MicroSD card and your SIM card from the device. It is important that you give your old Android phone a proper factory reset before selling or trading it.
Does a factory reset delete your SIM card?
Factory resetting will not delete your number. In fact, it will not affect your sim card in any way and all the information stored on the sim card will be intact.
Do you have to activate phone after factory reset? You can’t activate a phone without a SIM. Activation requires service. Now a plain old reset shouldn’t require activation, however it would require access to the internet so you can add your account info (google) and get the device working. This only requires WiFi access and the original account info for the phone.