Does erase all content and settings really erase everything?

Just to add onto this, yes it will erase all data effectively–you don't need to overwrite it or anything like that.

Does erase all content on iPhone clear everything?

When you tap Erase All Content and Settings, it completely erases your device, including any credit or debit cards you added for Apple Pay and any photos, contacts, music, or apps. It will also turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.

What does it do if I erase all content and settings?

If you select Erase All Content and Settings, it means you delete everything on iPhone including the settings and app data.

Is it safe to erase all content and settings on iPhone?

All the data on an iOS device is encrypted using strong encryption by default. The keys that are used to encrypted and decrypt our data are stored on the devices. When you choose to "Erase All Content and Settings" the device "obliterates" the keys. So your data is basically still there but no-one can read it anymore.

Will I lose my photos if I erase all content and settings?

When you Erase All Content and Settings, it completely resets your device. All information including apps, photos, videos, contacts, messages, calendar, or music etc. are lost.

What Happens when Erase All Content and Settings on iPhone or Reset iPhone

What's the difference between reset and erase?

Answer: A: Reset All Settings and Erase All Content and Settings do different things. Reset all Settings removes things like your Wifi password and settings you've set on your iPad for Apps, mail, etc. Erase All Content and Settings restores a device to it's out of the box state when it was first turned on.

Does erase my iPhone delete pictures?

Yes. that deletes all data associated with your Apple ID on your iPhone.

How do I completely wipe my iPhone?

Can someone recover data from iPhone?

Frankly speaking, it is impossible can recover data directly from a factory reset iPhone. Those who claim that they can recover data directly from iPhone after a factory reset is frauds. But don't lose hope, you can still recover them from your iTunes backup or iCloud backup.

What happen if erase iPhone?

When you erase all content and settings on iPhone, does it also erase iCloud? Fortunately, erasing the content and settings on your iPhone only wipes the information on the device. That means that anything you've synced to iCloud, like pictures or notes, are safe and can be synced to a new phone.

What is the difference between reset and erase all content and settings on iPhone?

Answer: A: Reset all settings resets the settings for things like brightness, Wifi, Bluetooth devices to factory settings. Erase all Content and Settings will wipe all data, installed apps, email, messages and restore the phone to out of the box new.

What does it mean when it says erase all data?

A factory data reset erases your data from the phone. While data stored in your Google Account can be restored, all apps and their data will be uninstalled. To be ready to restore your data, make sure that it's in your Google Account. Learn how to back up your data.

Does erase all content and settings delete Imessages?

It will wipe everything from your iPhone, including personal data, iOS software, email accounts, system and app settings, Downloaded apps, Media and anything else, and your iPhone will be set up as a new one without any data or files or even settings - you will need to reconfigure your iPhone from the start.

Does erasing all content and settings remove Apple ID?

I just erased and reset to factory settings our two iPhones because we got new 5's. I gave the phones away only to be told by a friend that the erase all content and settings doesn't remove the apple ID from the device.

Can police recover deleted photos from iCloud?

Keeping Your Data Secure

So, can police recover deleted pictures, texts, and files from a phone? The answer is yes—by using special tools, they can find data that hasn't been overwritten yet. However, by using encryption methods, you can ensure your data is kept private, even after deletion.

Is it safe to sell phone after factory reset?

PSA: Factory Resets Don't Make Your Android Phone Safe to Sell.

Is data recoverable after factory reset?

After a factory reset, can your data be recovered or does a factory reset delete everything? The short answer is yes, some data can be recovered. People often think that once they perform a factory reset, then their data is completely removed from the device and is no longer accessible.

How do I wipe my iPhone before trading it in?

How do I remove Apple ID from my iPhone?

Where do permanently deleted photos go on iPhone?

Deleted photos and videos are kept in the Recently Deleted album for 30 days, where you can recover or permanently remove them from all devices.

Do photos stay in iCloud forever?

iCloud stores new photos for 30 days, so you have plenty of time to connect your iOS device to Wi-Fi and make sure you always have your most recent shots handy. So your photos will get deleted if you reach the 1000 photos limit or the 30 days limit.

How do I permanently delete photos from iCloud?

Delete photos and videos

In Photos on iCloud.com, select the photos or videos you want to delete, or double-click a single photo or video. , then click Delete. Deleted photos and videos are placed in the Recently Deleted album, where they remain for 30 days before being permanently removed.

Is a factory reset the same as Erase all content and settings?

Performing a Factory Reset WILL PERMANENTLY DELETE ALL of your data & customized settings, and will also remove any installed Applications. Performing a Factory Reset WILL NOT remove the data & files that are stored on the microSD card in your device.

Where do deleted texts go?

The Android operating system stores text messages in the phone's memory, so if they're deleted, there's no way to retrieve them. You can, however, install a text message backup application from the Android market that allows you to restore any deleted text messages.

How do I permanently delete text messages so they can't be recovered?

Deleting all messages on a Samsung device is simple. Follow the steps above to long-press one message thread. Then, click the 'All' button at the top of the messaging application. Then, tap on the trash can icon.