Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo Y21A Android mobile. You can unlock your mobile when you forget your mobile password with these methods.
Some reset methods deletes all your mobile data. So read carefully before reset your mobile.
What is Hard Reset?
A Hard reset is a software restore of an electronic device to its original system state by erasing all previously stored data on the device.
Here is the detailed guide about Hard Reset
If you have any other problems check out this page Vivo Y21A Troubleshooting
Contents
Hard Reset Vivo Y21A with Recovery Mode
You can hard reset your Vivo Y21A mobile with recovery mode without any software or tools.
This Hard reset method will delete
- Photos, videos
- Contacts
- Installed apps and settings etc.
The following tutorial shows all the steps of master reset Vivo Y21A.
Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO Y21A.
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Step 2: Then press and keep the Power button + the Volume Up simultaneously.
Step 3: After a while, the Fast boot mode activates.
Step 4: As the fourth step, pick Recovery Mode. To do it use Volume keys to move and Power button to finish.
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Step 5: Fifthly, use the Clear Data option and Clear all data. Tap on the screen to select the option.
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Step 6: Finally, pick OK and enter your password if you have it. Your phone will be wiped.
Step 7: Then pick the Recovery Menu, by the Return button.
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Step 8: Choose the Restart option to reboot your phone.
Step 9: Successfully completed reset your mobile.
Hard Reset Remotely with Google Find My Device
If you lose your Android device, you can easily find your device if you turn on the Google Find My Device option.
To lock erase or Reset an Android device remotely, make sure that mobile:
- Has power on
- Is connected to mobile data or WiFi
- Is signed in to your Google (Gmail) Account
- Has Find My Device turned on
- It is visible on Google Play
Note: If your mobile is off or is not connected to mobile data or WiFi, you may still find its most recent location if you’ve enabled the Store recent location option.
Steps to Erase Device Remotely:
- Take another mobile or Computer and on a browser, go to android.com/find.
- Sign in with your Google account which is used in your lost mobile.
- The lost device gets a notification.
- Now, You can see your device location (The location is approximate and may not be accurate).
- If you get a prompt on the screen, tap Enable lock & erase.
- Now you can see three options on the screen. 1. Play sound, 2. Secure device, 3. Erase device.
- Select what you want to do.
- Use the erase device option to reset your mobile.
Here is the detailed information about Google Find My Device.
Hard Reset with third-party software
If the above method not working, you can use some third-party apps to reset or unlock your device.
Here we are providing the best software to Reset and unlock your Android mobile.
Check out this link for Best Software’s for Android Mobile Hard Reset.
Additional Information
Google Account (Factory Reset Protection – FRP): If your device is linked to a Google account, you will need to log in with the same account after the reset to pass the FRP lock. Make sure you know your Google account credentials.
Software and App Updates: After the reset, check for software updates and reinstall necessary apps from the Google Play Store.
Remove SIM and SD Card: If you are resetting the device for someone else, consider removing your SIM card and any external SD cards to avoid sharing personal information.
Third-Party Apps and Data: Any third-party apps and their data will be deleted. Reinstall these apps after the reset.
Check Storage Space: Post-reset, ensure your device has enough storage space for updates and app installations.
Additional Tips
- Troubleshooting: If your device is not entering Recovery Mode, ensure you are pressing the correct button combination (Volume Up + Power) and holding it until the Vivo logo appears.
- Device Setup: After the reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device, including language selection, Wi-Fi connection, and Google account login.
- Account Sync: Enable account sync to restore contacts, photos, and other data from your Google account if backed up previously.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I put my Vivo Y21A in recovery mode?
Press the Power key to turn off the mobile. Then hold the Volume Down and Power buttons for a couple of seconds. Let go of the Power key when the Vivo logo shows up. From the appearing languages list, click on the English position, and the Recovery menu will be on the screen then.
2. What is the code to reset the vivo phone?
For Vivo phones, there isn’t a universal reset code like there is for some other phones. However, you can typically perform a reset using the settings menu or through recovery mode.
Resources
- Here is the link for Vivo official support (Change your location at the bottom of the page).