How To Hard Reset Vivo U1

Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo U1 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.

Here is the detailed guide about Hard Reset

If you have any other problems check out this page Vivo U1 Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo U1 with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo U1 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 U1.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO U1.

Step 2: 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.

Step 5: Fifthly, use the Clear Data option and Clear all data. Tap on the screen to select the option.

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.

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 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 Data: Ensure you back up your important data to avoid losing it during the reset. You can use Google Drive, an SD card, or a computer for backup.
• Remove SIM and SD Cards: It’s advisable to remove your SIM card and SD card to protect your data on those cards.
• Charge Your Device: Make sure your phone is charged to at least 50% to prevent it from shutting down during the process.
• Google Account: Ensure you know your Google account credentials. After the reset, you will need to log in to your Google account to complete the setup due to Factory Reset Protection (FRP).

Troubleshooting

• Stuck in Recovery Mode: If your device gets stuck in recovery mode, try selecting “Reboot system now” using the volume and power buttons. If it persists, try the reset process again.
• No Response: Double-check that you are pressing the correct buttons simultaneously. Ensure your device is adequately charged.

Important Notes

• Factory Reset Protection (FRP): If your Vivo U1 is linked to a Google account, you must sign in with the same Google account after the reset. This is a security feature to prevent unauthorized access to your device.
• Data Loss: A hard reset will delete all user data, including apps, settings, and personal files. Ensure you have backed up everything important before proceeding.
• Software Update: After the reset, check for available software updates to ensure your device runs on the latest firmware.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo U1 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. After a while, the Fast boot mode activates. As the fourth step, pick Recovery Mode. To do it use Volume keys to move and Power button to finish.

2. How to remove screen lock in Vivo?

To remove the screen lock on a Vivo smartphone, you can either disable it through the settings menu (if you know the current lock pattern, PIN, or password) or perform a factory reset (if you forgot the lock credentials).

Resources

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