How To Hard Reset Vivo V17 Pro

Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo V17 Pro 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 V17 Pro Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo V17 Pro with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo V17 Pro 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 V17 Pro.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO V17 Pro.

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

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
• 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

Battery Level: Ensure that your device has sufficient battery charge before initiating a hard reset. It’s recommended to have at least 50% battery to prevent any interruptions during the reset process.

Unlink Google Account: If your Vivo V17 Pro is linked to a Google account, it’s advisable to remove the account before performing the hard reset to prevent any potential activation lock issues after the reset. You can unlink the Google account by going to Settings > Accounts > Google, then select the account and choose “Remove account.”

Remove SIM and SD Card: Before initiating the hard reset, it’s a good idea to remove the SIM card and any external SD card from the device to prevent any accidental data loss or interference during the reset process.

Factory Reset Protection (FRP): If your Vivo V17 Pro has FRP enabled (a security feature to prevent unauthorized access to the device after a reset), you may need to enter the Google account credentials associated with the device after the reset. Ensure you have the necessary credentials ready if prompted.

Backup App Data: While performing a hard reset erases most of the data on the device, some app data may not be included in the backup. It’s a good idea to manually back up important app data using built-in backup options within individual apps, if available.

System Updates: After performing a hard reset and setting up your Vivo V17 Pro again, check for any available system updates. Installing the latest updates can ensure that your device has the latest security patches and performance enhancements.

Data Recovery Services: If you forget to back up important data before performing a hard reset, there are data recovery services available that may be able to help retrieve lost data. However, these services can be costly and may not guarantee successful recovery, so it’s best to back up data beforehand as a precaution.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo V17 Pro 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. How to reset the vivo phone with a power button?

Resetting a Vivo phone using only the power button typically involves a soft reset, which is different from a hard reset. A soft reset simply restarts the device without affecting any data or settings.

3. What if the power button is not working?

If the power button on your Vivo phone is not working and you need to reset the device, you may still be able to perform a reset using alternative methods. Here are a few options you can try: Use Assistive Touch or Navigation Bar, Connect to a Charger, Perform a Forced Reboot, Use ADB Commands, or Seek Professional Assistance.

Resources

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