How To Hard Reset Vivo Y78

Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo Y78 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 Y78 Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo Y78 with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo Y78 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 Y78.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO Y78.

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

Locked Device: If you’re unable to access the settings menu or if your device is locked due to a forgotten password or pattern, a hard reset through Recovery Mode is typically the only option to reset the device.

Data Loss: Performing a hard reset will erase all data on your Vivo Y78, including apps, photos, videos, music, contacts, and any other personal data stored on the device. Ensure you have backed up any essential data before proceeding.

System Updates: After a hard reset, your Vivo Y78 will revert to its original factory settings, including the version of the operating system that was installed when you first purchased the device. You may need to download and install system updates again after the reset.

Google Account: If your device is associated with a Google account (common for Android devices), you may be required to enter the credentials of that account after the hard reset is completed. This is a security feature to prevent unauthorized access to the device.

SD Card: It’s recommended to remove any external SD card from the device before performing a hard reset to avoid accidentally formatting it along with the device’s internal storage.

Battery Level: Ensure that your Vivo Y78 has sufficient battery charge before initiating a hard reset. It’s generally recommended to perform the reset with at least 50% battery charge to prevent the device from shutting down during the process.

Stuck in Recovery Mode: In rare cases, the device might get stuck in Recovery Mode during the reset process. If this happens, try restarting the device by pressing and holding the Power button for several seconds until it powers off, then try booting into Recovery Mode again and continue with the reset process.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo Y78 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?

To reset a Vivo phone, you can use the following code: ##7780##. This code typically initiates a factory reset or restores the device to its original factory settings. However, please note that using this code may vary depending on the specific model and software version of your Vivo phone. It’s always a good idea to back up your data before performing a factory reset, as it will erase all data and settings on the device. If you’re unsure or if this code doesn’t work for your Vivo phone, you can also perform a reset through the device’s settings menu or use hardware buttons (like the Power and Volume buttons) to access Recovery Mode.

Resources

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