How to Hard Reset An iPhone Without Using A Computer

Part 1: How to hard reset the iPhone without a computer

This is the ideal option to go for if you don't want to use a computer. It is very easy to follow and can be done on the iPhone itself.

How to hard reset iPhone via "Erase all Contents and Settings":

Step 1: Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Contents and Settings.

Step 2: You'll receive a prompt asking you to confirm if you want to continue. Tap on "Erase" yet again.

Step 3: Now, your iPhone will reset and restart as if it were brand new!

While this method is easy, there are a few things you should keep in mind while trying this:

1. This method will erase all the data on your iPhone. So be sure about whether this is what you want.
2. Maintain a backup either in iCloud or iTunes or using iOS Data Backup and Restore. iCloud and iTunes are the official means of keeping backup. However, they backup everything in a lump, and you can't make a selective decision. With iOS Data Backup and Restore, you can selectively choose to backup only what you want.
3. Ensure that you remover the SIM card and SD card before the reset. This is just a security measure to ensure that the hard reset doesn't damage any data you may have on these cards.
4. If you want to sell your iPhone, you need to disable Find My iPhone before proceeding with the hard reset. Otherwise, the new owner of the device will have much trouble bypassing the iCloud activation lock.
5. Even though the hard reset will delete all your data from the iPhone, there is always evidence showing that the data wiped by the factory reset can be recovered with the right tools. So if you want to sell your iPhone, it's better to use a professional phone erasing tool to completely wipe your privacy. Check Part 2 for detailed information.

Part 2: How to hard reset iPhone with Dr.Fone - Data Eraser (permanently wipe your iPhone)

While the previous method is the simplest means of performing a hard reset, it does leave traces of your private data behind, which can be retrieved by someone using certain third-party apps, as mentioned earlier. If you're performing a hard reset to sell the iPhone or give it to someone else, then you should be sure that no one can ever retrieve your private data. You can never be careless about your privacy. As such, you should use a tool called Dr.Fone - Data Eraser (iOS).

This tool is ideal for anyone concerned about their privacy as it can weed out all traces of your data from your iPhone so that no one can ever find it. You can completely trust the tool because it has been created by one of the most reliable and well-acclaimed companies in the world - Wondershare.

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Part 3: For more help

If you're still suffering from certain problems or errors that can't be fixed with the given solutions, then you can use one of the following given methods to help solve those issues:

1. Dr.Fone - System Repair: This is a tool that can detect your iOS version and device model, and then it automatically scans your entire device for any problems and fixes it. The great thing about this is that it leads to no data loss and is thus completely safe! You can read this guide on how to use iOS System Repair.
2. Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock: This tool can help to reset your iPhone without a password or Apple ID. You can use Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock to remove the passcode or Apple ID account. After that, the password and account will be removed.
3. DFU Mode: This is another extreme method. It is extremely effective and can solve pretty much any problem. However, it leads to all your settings and data being lost. It is also a little more complicated than the other methods in this article. As such, you should approach this method with caution. You can read the following guide on How to Enter and Exit the DFU Mode of Your iOS Device.
4. If you forget the passcode for your iPhone while using the "Erase all Contents and Settings" method, you can learn how to factory reset your iPhone without a passcode.