When preparing to sell, trade-in, or donate your iPhone, it’s important to perform a factory reset.
This step permanently erases all personal data, protects your privacy, and prevents potential misuse.
Here are detailed steps to reset your iPhone to factory settings. (Android users please follow these steps)
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Why is a factory reset important?
It’s important to remove all traces of your personal information before handing over your old device. This not only protects privacy, but also ensures that the new owner receives the device in its original condition, with no custom settings or data.
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data backup
Before performing a factory reset, please back up your data to avoid losing important information.
iCloud backup using iPhone:
Open the Settings app Tap your name at the top of the screen Scroll down and select iCloud Tap iCloud Backup and make sure the backup option is turned on Tap Back up now to start the backup process.
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iCloud backup using your computer:
Connect your iPhone to your computer using a cable. On macOS Catalina and later, open the Finder. On older macOS or Windows, open iTunes. Select your device from the left side of the screen. Click Back Up Now.
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Disconnecting from Apple services
Before erasing data, disconnect from services such as Find My iPhone and iCloud.
Open the Settings app Tap your name at the top of the screen Scroll down and tap Sign Out Tap Sign Out again to confirm
When you sign out of iCloud, the Find My service is automatically disabled.
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Performing a factory reset
After you back up your data and sign out of Apple services, you can erase all your content.
Go to Settings Tap General Scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone Tap Erase All Content and Settings Enter your passcode when prompted and confirm Continue Click
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The device will be completely erased and restored to factory settings, making it available to the new owner.
Once I reset my old iPhone or iPad, how do I remove it?
If you want to know how to safely dispose of your old mobile phone, we can help you with that too. Click here to learn the steps you should take before recycling, donating, or selling your old device.
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Cart important points
Resetting your iPhone to factory settings is easy and protects your personal information before you hand your device over to someone else. To ensure a smooth transition for both you and the new owner, remember to back up important data and disconnect from Apple services before erasing the contents. By following these steps, you can confidently prepare your iPhone for its next chapter while maintaining peace of mind about the security of your personal data.
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