How To Hard Reset Vivo V5

Here you can learn how to hard reset Vivo V5 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 V5 Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo V5 with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo V5 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 V5.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO V5.

Step 2: Press and keep the Power button + the Volume Up simultaneously.

Step 3: Release all buttons if you see Fast Boot Mode on the screen.

Step 4: In this menu select “Recovery Mode “by using Volume keys to scroll down and the Power button to confirm that.

Step 5: Wait for a few seconds until Recovery Mode shows up.

Step 6: Then choose “Wipe data” three times by using the Volume keys to navigate and the Power button to accept it.

Step 7: Now select “OK” by using the Volume buttons to scroll down and the Power key to confirm that.

Step 8: After that choose “Back” and if you see Recovery Mode again you should select “Reboot system”. Use the Volume keys to navigate and the Power key to accept that.

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

Software Updates: After resetting, check for any software updates to ensure your phone runs the latest version of the operating system.

Reinstall Apps: Reinstall your essential apps from the Google Play Store or any other app store you use.

Security Measures: Set up new security measures, such as a new PIN, password, or biometric authentication.

Troubleshooting Potential Issues

Stuck in Recovery Mode: If stuck, try selecting Reboot system now again. If issues persist, contact Vivo customer support.

Cannot Enter Recovery Mode: Ensure you are pressing the correct button combination (Volume Up + Power). If unsuccessful, there might be a hardware issue requiring professional service.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo V5 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. Release all buttons if you see Fast Boot Mode on the screen. In this menu select “Recovery Mode “by using Volume keys to scroll down and the Power button to confirm that.

2. Which is factory reset?

A factory reset is a process that restores your phone to its original factory settings, erasing all data, apps, and settings that you have added. This is often used to resolve software issues, prepare the device for sale, or start fresh with a clean system.

Resources

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