How to de-register and factory reset a Google Android handset (2023)

• Open Settings on your phone
• Now locate and select System
• From within System scroll through the options and choose Reset options

Notes: We used a Google Pixel 6a in this video, as its user interface is more generic than other models of handsets. So if your handset is using a custom skin the reset options may be in a different location.

• Four options are presented, select Erase all data (factory reset)
• You will now be informed as to what will be erased from the phone

Note: If you decide that you do not wish to wipe your handset, simply return to the Home Screen by swiping up from the bottom of the screen. Now starting at the bottom of the screen swipe halfway up the screen to display your open applications. Locate the Settings card and swipe it closed.

The reset process will be complete when you see the Android setup screen. You can now either switch off the phone or run through the setup process to reconfigure the handset.

• Select Erase all data
• When prompted to erase all data. Choose Erase all data
• Your handset will know wipe itself and reboot.

• Google support article – Reset your Android device to factory settings
• Wikipedia article – hardware reset
• Mydoodads article – How to de-register and factory reset your Google Pixel buds