What does erase pending mean on iPad?

If your device is offline, you see Erase Pending. The remote erase begins the next time it connects to a Wi-Fi or cellular network.

Can I remove this device while Erase is pending?

All replies. I suggest you do not remove it from your device list in case you need to be able to access the device again for some reason. If necessary, remove it after it has erased. To answer your question, it should erase.

How long does erase pending take on Find My iPhone?

How long does it take to erase iPhone from Find My iPhone? Erasing an iPhone from the “Find My iPhone” feature should take you less than 5 minutes. If you spent almost one hour and it's still pending, then fix it first.

How long does it take for iPad to be erased?

It normally takes less than 5 minutes. Check if you are connected to a network, If yes, Go Offline, And come back online. Then Try Again.. It normally takes less than 5 minutes.

What happens when you erase iPad?

When you delete data, it's no longer accessible through the iPad interface, but it isn't erased from iPad storage. To remove all of your content and settings from storage, erase iPad. For example, erase iPad before you sell it or give it away.

Apple: Find My iPhone "Erase Pending"

Why does it say erase pending on find my iPhone?

If your device is offline, you see Erase Pending. The remote erase begins the next time it connects to a Wi-Fi or cellular network.

What does erase device mean?

Erase device: Permanently deletes all data on your phone (but might not delete SD cards). After you erase, Find My Device won't work on the phone. Important: If you find your phone after erasing, you'll likely need your Google Account password to use it again. Learn about device protection.

What does erase iPhone mean?

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.

Does resetting an iPad delete everything?

If you reset to factory settings, all data will be gone. Backup before you do that. If you do a restore, everything is erased and set back to factory settings. All games, apps and data.

How do you cancel erase on Find my Device?

In the Security & fingerprint menu, you will be able to find the “Device administrators” tab, so go ahead and open it, where you should find the Android Device Manager. Next to the app icon, you will be able to see a checked box, so go ahead and tap on it and confirm your action by tapping the “Deactivate” button.

What does erase this device do on Find My?

Erase device: Permanently deletes all data on your phone (but might not delete SD cards). After you erase, Find My Device won't work on the phone. Important: If you find your phone after erasing, you'll likely need your Google Account password to use it again.

What happens if I erase iPad on Find My iPhone?

What happens when you erase a device in Find My? A confirmation email is sent to your Apple ID email address. When you erase a device remotely using Find My, Activation Lock remains on to protect it. Your Apple ID and password are required to reactivate it.

Does removing a device from iCloud delete everything?

If you no longer have the device because you gave it away or sold it, you need to remotely erase it before you can remove it from the account. Content from the device is erased but not any of your previous backups stored in iCloud.

Can someone access my iPhone remotely?

That said, it is possible for someone to monitor your iPhone remotely if a hack has already been implemented, and spyware is already installed. That's why it's important to always be vigilant about your mobile security – even when using a so-called 'unhackable' device such as an iPhone or iPad.

What happens if I erase my stolen iPhone?

What happens when you erase a device in Find My iPhone? A confirmation email is sent to your Apple ID email address. Activation Lock remains on to protect it. Your Apple ID and password are required to reactivate the device.

Is erase all content and settings the same as factory reset?

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. You should use Erase All Content and Settings to get it ready for the next owner.

How can I clean up my iPad?

Will I lose my pictures if I reset my iPad?

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Reset meaning restore it ... Erase it? Of course you will lose your photos is you erase it. If you reset it by holding down on the sleep and home buttons until the Apple logo appears, you will lose nothing at all.

Does erase iPhone delete everything on iCloud?

No, factory resetting your iPhone will not alter your iCloud. Upon setting up your iPhone again you will be given the option to reconnect to your iCloud account if you desire. iCloud also stores iPhone backups that you can restore your phone from.

Does erase all content and settings delete apps?

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

What does erase iPhone do on iCloud?

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.

How do I know if my iPhone has been erased?

Login to your iCloud account, and go to Find my iPhone. click on the All Devices dropdown, It should show you the status of your phone. If it has been erased, it will not show in the list( Again, assuming it was the find my iPhone setting was enabled by you and wasn't disabled by the thief).

What happens when you erase Mac?

Generally on a Mac, 'erase' means to destroy all the bits on the storage medium, including the operating system, applications, programs, and user data. On a Mac erase does NOT mean factory reset.

How do I reset my iPad to factory settings without the passcode or computer?

If you are now able to open your iPad, you can erase all of your data and return it to its factory default settings without connecting it to a computer. Ensure that your iPad is charged, or connect it to a power source. Open Settings; select General and then select Reset. Select Erase All Content and Settings.