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How to Factory Reset — Google Pixel 3

Factory ResetAndroid 9.0 (Pie)

How to Factory Reset — Google Pixel 3

⏱ ~5 min📋 5 steps

The Google Pixel 3 is a 2018 Android 9.0 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) with 4GB and 128GB | 64GB internal storage. It features a 5.5", P-OLED, HDR, 1080.0x2160.0 display and is available in Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink.

The Pixel 3 is equipped with a Li-Po 2915 mAh, non-removable, a 2 MP, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + eSIM configuration. It weighs 148 g.

Factory resetting your Google Pixel 3 through the Settings menu is the easiest way to erase all personal data and restore the device to factory defaults. This method is ideal when the phone is still accessible and functional. All apps, contacts, photos and accounts will be permanently removed so ensure you have backed up everything important first.

All personal data, accounts, and apps will be permanently removed.

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On your Google Pixel 3: open Settings

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Tap 'System' > 'Reset'

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Tap 'Factory data reset'

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Tap 'Reset phone'

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Tap 'Erase everything'

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