How do you erase an iPhone?

How do I wipe my iPhone before selling it?

Go back to Settings and tap General > Transfer or Reset [device] > Erase All Content and Settings. If you turned on Find My [device], you might need to enter your Apple ID and password.

Does erase iPhone delete everything?

Factory reset or hard reset deletes complete data and settings from your iPhone. All your photos, videos, contacts, call logs, passwords, messages, browsing history, calendar, chat history, notes, installed apps, etc., get deleted from the iOS device. It cleans your iPhone as new with no personal information at all.

How do I clear everything off my phone?

Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. You'll be asked to confirm, and it may take a few minutes to complete the process. Start by backing up your Android phone, then remove any MicroSD cards and your SIM card. Android has an anti-theft measure called Factory Reset Protection (FRP).

What is the difference between reset and erase all content?

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.

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How do I reset my iPhone for a new user?

How do I give my iPhone to someone else?

Why can't I erase my old iPhone?

Question: Q: Cant erase all content and settings

It sounds to me like this is the section that you're getting stuck on: Go to Settings > General > Reset, then tap Erase All Content and Settings. This will completely erase your device and turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.

Will erasing my old iPhone affect my new one?

Don't worry, reset old iPhone will not affect the new one. It will only erase content on old iPhone where the operation is done. The data that have been transferred to the new iPhone or the files that have been saved to iCloud will not be affected in any way.

Do you need a SIM card to erase iPhone?

Yes you can do this from the phone itself you just have to turn on your wifi and connect to the internet. The open Settings > General > reset (at the bottom) >Erase all content and Settings. It will ask you to verify this choice a couple times then you have to sign in to your apple account.

How do I reset my iPhone to factory settings without passcode?

What Should I Do with Old iPhone?

Should you keep old iPhones?

Your old iPhone is still really good

Give Apple credit for creating smartphones that have a pretty solid shelf life. If you just need a smartphone for the basics like email, social media, games and taking family pics, older iPhone models still hold up very well.

Will old iPhones be worth anything?

The first-generation iPhone, for instance, is now worth as much as $24,000 in the packaging on eBay, according to the Guardian. The original iPod classic – which launches all the way back in 2001 – reportedly goes for as much as $49,000 on resale websites.

Why you shouldn't trade in your phone?

As phones become more expensive, trading in older models is one way for consumers to afford to buy new editions. But trading in old devices can be risky if any data is left behind. Russ Ernst, an executive at data sanitization company Blancco, called this a "ticking time bomb," and he has advice for avoiding disaster.

Should I remove my SIM card before doing a factory reset?

First of all, you should manually remove every account that you have signed in with. Then, remove any MicroSD card and your SIM card from the device. It is important that you give your old Android phone a proper factory reset before selling or trading it.

Should I take my SIM card out when I sell my phone?

Take the SIM card out

When you sell your phone, the new owner will need his or her own SIM card so there's no reason to leave it in your phone. Lexy Savvides on CNET has detailed instructions about how to wipe personal data from a mobile device for Android, Windows, and iPhone users.

Is it safe to sell iPhone after reset?

Yes, it is safe to sell an iPhone if you have performed the factory reset procedure correctly (its very easy) because all information and apps on your device is wiped out completely.

Does a factory reset delete everything?

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.

Does taking out the SIM card delete everything?

No. SIM cards do not store data.

What do I need to do before selling my phone?

Should I remove old SIM card before selling iPhone?

Remove your SIM card.

To be extra safe, it's a good idea to remove your SIM card, which may contain your phone number, security information and billing info.

Do I have to deactivate my old SIM card?

Although some smartphones may have a SIM, it's either because it is needed to connect to the 4G LTE network, or to allow the phones to function in foreign countries. When you cancel your service or activate a new phone your old SIM should automatically be deactivated, making it a useless piece of plastic.

What is stored on a SIM card?

Data that SIM cards contain include user identity, location and phone number, network authorization data, personal security keys, contact lists and stored text messages. SIM cards allow a mobile user to use this data and the features that come with them.

Will resetting iPhone delete phone number?

Answer: A: No. You will not lose the phone number even if you erase all content.