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How to Factory Reset — Google Pixel 5
How to Factory Reset — Google Pixel 5
The Google Pixel 5 is a 2020 Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm) with 8GB and 128GB internal storage. It features a 6.0", OLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 1080.0x2340.0 display and is available in Just Black, Sorta Sage.
The Pixel 5 is equipped with a Li-Po 4080 mAh, a 2 MP, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + eSIM configuration. It weighs 151 g.
Factory resetting your Google Pixel 5 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.
On your Google Pixel 5: open Settings
Tap 'System' > 'Advanced' > 'Reset options'
Tap 'Erase all data (factory reset)'
Tap 'Reset phone'
Tap 'Erase everything'
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