How to Reset iPhone and What Happens When You Reset iPhone

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How to Reset iPhone to Factory Settings

Before we move on to erasing data or settings on the iPhone, check out the section below to ensure your data or important passwords aren’t gone for a toss.

What to Do Before Factory Resetting Your iPhone

Now, that’s pretty much it if you’re resetting your iPhone for troubleshooting or casual maintenance. However, if you’re passing or selling off your iPhone, also check the following settings and conditions:

How to Reset your iPhone

Step 1: OpenSettings>General.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom and selectTransfer or Reset iPhone.

Step 3: To factory reset all data, selectErase all Content and Settings→Continue. Enter your device passcode when prompted.

Step 4: To reset particular settings, selectReset→ select theresetagain → enter yourdevice passcode.

What Happens When You Factory Reset Your iPhone

Apple offers two primary options, ‘Erase All Content and Settings’ and ‘Reset’. Notably, reset is further segregated into settings-wise reset. So, you don’t have to reset the whole device because of a small issue.

Reset vs. Erase All Content and Settings

As evident from the term, Erase All Content and Settings wipes off your iPhone, i.e., erases all the current data and returns the phone to its original settings. On the other hand, Reset simply resets the settings on your iPhone without hampering any data, media, or apps stored on the device.

Will Resetting Your iPhone Make It Faster or Improve Battery Life

Since they clear the cache and wipe out other unnecessary data and settings, generally, resetting iPhone settings or factory resets improves both performance and battery life.

However, the difference will be negligible unless you face major performance or battery issues. So, we advise against resetting iPhone settings casually and reserve it for major troubleshooting emergencies such as5G not workingor thephone keeps losing network connection.

Explaining Various Reset Options on iPhone

As shown and explained above, several settings are available under the reset option. Here is a brief about each offering,

Notably, as and when you reset certain settings, you’ll be prompted to re-enter the passwords, permissions, and custom settings that were reset. So, remember to jot down important passwords or data before resetting.

FAQs

No, depending on the reset option selected, the iPhone will only delete/reset the changes made to the settings and data associated with it. It will not affect any data stored on your device unless you erase all content and settings.

Well, it depends on the kind of malware you’re dealing with. Sometimes, just resetting a particular setting might do the trick, while other times, you’ll have to factory reset your iPhone. However, this might not be a guaranteed method, especially if you’re dealing with a sophisticated threat. So, try doing that once, but if it doesn’t work, connect with a professional.

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Last updated on 15 July, 2024

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