How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch — by Apple Support

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Explains how to erase all content and settings after backing up, and what credentials you will be asked for.

Quick steps

Back up and open reset settings
Start the erase
Confirm with passcode and Apple Account password
Wait for the Hello screen

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.apple.com

Source: How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by Apple Support. Licence: Link only (©).

Source reviewed: 2026-11-02
Link checked: 2026-11-02
Tested hands-on: Not by Oddbyte.Me

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