A hard factory reset, also known as a master reset, is a software restoration process that returns an electronic device to its original factory settings. This process erases all data, including apps, preferences, and settings, from the device and reinstalls the original software.

A hard factory reset is often used to troubleshoot software problems, such as freezing, crashing, or boot loops. It can also be used to restore a device to a like-new state before selling or gifting it.

**Here's how to perform a hard factory reset on a typical Android device:**


1. Back up your data. A hard factory reset will erase all data on your device, so it's important to back up your data before proceeding. You can do this using a cloud backup service, such as Google Drive or iCloud, or by connecting your device to a computer and using a file manager to copy your files to a safe location.

2. Turn off your device.
3. **Press and hold the power button and the volume down button at the same time.** Keep holding these buttons until you see the Android recovery screen.
4. **Use the volume down button to navigate to the "Wipe data/factory reset" option.**
5. **Press the power button to select the option.**
6. **Use the volume down button to navigate to the "Yes -- delete all user data" option.**
7.
Press the power button to confirm.
8. **The factory reset process will now begin.** Once the process is complete, your device will reboot and you will be prompted to set it up as a new device.

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A hard reset, also known as a factory reset or master reset, is the restoration of a device to the state it was in when it left the factory. All settings, applications and data added by the user are removed.read more >>