How To Hard Reset Vivo Z10

Here you can learn how to hard reset the Vivo Z10 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 Z10 Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Vivo Z10 with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Vivo Z10 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 Z10.

Step 1: At the start, use the Power button to disable the VIVO Z10.

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: Select “Recovery” by using Volume Up and press the Power button once.

Step 5: In the next step select “Wipe data” by using the Volume buttons and press the Power key once.

Step 6: Then choose “OK” and click the Power button once.

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

Step 8: At the end choose “Reboot system” with the Power button.

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 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

Software Updates: Before initiating a hard reset, check if there are any pending software updates available for your device. Updating the software may resolve certain issues you’re experiencing without the need for a reset.

Troubleshooting Steps: If you’re encountering specific issues with your device, such as app crashes or performance slowdowns, try troubleshooting them first before resorting to a hard reset. This could include clearing app caches, force-stopping misbehaving apps, or booting into safe mode to diagnose the problem.

Factory Reset Protection (FRP): Before performing a hard reset, ensure you know the Google account credentials associated with the device. After the reset, you’ll need to enter these credentials to unlock the device, especially if FRP is enabled.

Data Loss Prevention: Double-check that you’ve backed up all important data, including contacts, photos, videos, documents, and app data, before proceeding with the hard reset. Once the reset is done, all data on the device will be permanently erased.

Physical Condition Check: Inspect your device for any physical damage or hardware issues before initiating the reset. Addressing any hardware problems beforehand can help ensure a smoother reset process.

Preparation Time: Allocate sufficient time for the reset process, as it may take several minutes to complete, especially if the device has a large amount of data to erase and reset.

Post-Reset Setup: After the reset is complete, you’ll need to set up your device from scratch, including configuring system settings, signing in to your Google account, and reinstalling apps. Be prepared for this setup process and allocate time accordingly.

System Stability Testing: Once the reset is done and the device is set up again, test its stability by using various apps, features, and functionalities to ensure that the issues you encountered previously have been resolved.

Seeking Professional Help: If you’re unsure about any aspect of the hard reset process or encounter difficulties along the way, don’t hesitate to seek assistance from Vivo customer support or visit an authorized service center for guidance.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Vivo Z10 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. Click on the English position from the appearing languages list, and the Recovery menu will be on the screen then.

2. What does fastboot mean?

Fastboot is a protocol and a tool used in Android devices for flashing firmware, unlocking the bootloader, and making low-level changes to the system. When a device is in fastboot mode, it allows communication between the device and a computer via USB.

Resources

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