How To Hard Reset Vivo NEX S

Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo NEX S 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 of the data that were previously stored on the device.

Here is the detailed guide about Hard Reset

If you have any other problems check out this page Vivo NEX S Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo NEX S with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo NEX S 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 NEX S.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO NEX S.

Step 2: Then press and keep the Power button + the Volume Up at the same time.

Step 3: Hard Release the Power button when the VIVO logo appears.

Step 4: Then let go of Volume Up if Recovery Mode shows up.

Step 5: Now choose “Wipe data”. Use the Volume keys to scroll down and click the Power button once.

Step 6: In this menu select “Wipe data” again and confirm with the Power key.

Step 7: Once again choose “Wipe data” with the Power button.

Step 8: At the end go to “OK” –> “Back” –> “Reboot system” by using the same buttons as before.

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 is not working, you can use some third-party apps to reset or unlock your device.

Here we provide 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

Backup Your Data: Before performing a hard reset, it’s essential to backup any important data stored on your device. This includes contacts, photos, videos, documents, and any other files you don’t want to lose.

Battery Level: Ensure that your Vivo NEX S has sufficient battery charge before proceeding with the hard reset. It’s recommended to have at least 50% battery charge to avoid any interruptions during the reset process.

Remove SIM Card and SD Card (Optional): Although it’s not mandatory, some users prefer to remove the SIM card and SD card from their device before performing a hard reset. This is to prevent any potential data loss or damage to the cards during the reset process.

Google Account: If your Vivo NEX S is synced with a Google account, you may need to enter your Google account credentials after the reset to unlock the device. Make sure you remember your Google account username and password or have them handy.

Google FRP (Factory Reset Protection): After performing a hard reset on an Android device, including the Vivo NEX S, Google’s Factory Reset Protection (FRP) may be activated. If FRP is enabled, you will need to enter the Google account credentials that were previously associated with the device to access it after the reset. Make sure you have this information before proceeding.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo NEX S 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. Hard Release the Power button when the VIVO logo appears. Then let go of Volume Up if Recovery Mode shows up.

2. What is the code for a hard reset of an Android phone?

There isn’t a universal “code” that you can input to perform a hard reset (factory reset) on all Android phones. Hard resetting an Android device typically involves accessing the device’s recovery mode or using specific button combinations.

Resources

• Here is the link for Vivo official support (Change your location at the bottom of the page).