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How to Factory Reset an Android Phone When It is Locked

"I have an old phone and I want to sell it now, but I forgot the password, is it possible to reset an Android phone when it is locked?" Resetting a phone erases all data, apps, accounts, and settings from the device. There is a built-in reset option in the Settings app on each device; however, it is unavailable when you forgot your password. This guide tells you how to reset a locked Android phone or tablet with 4 methods.

Reset Android Phone When Locked

Part 1: How to Reset Locked Android Phone via Find My Device

Google's Find My Device feature is able to factory reset an Android phone or tablet when it is locked. Moreover, it can do the job on another Android phone or in a web browser on a computer.

先决条件:

1. You have set up 查找我的设备 on your locked phone.

2. 您已在设备上添加了 Google 帐户。

3. Your locked phone is connecting to an internet connection.

在网上

Google 查找我的设备
步骤1

Visit Google's Find My Device website in your browser. Sign in to your Google account.

第2步

Choose your locked phone at the top left side, and then click the 擦除设备 button on the left sidebar.

第 3 步

点击 刪除 again on the alert dialog to confirm the action.

在另一部手机上

Google Find My Device App
步骤1

Open the Find My Device app on an accessible phone. You can download it from the Play Store for free. Log in to the associated Google account.

第2步

Choose your locked phone, and tap the 刪除 按钮。

第 3 步

刪除 再次在弹出对话框上。

Part 2: How to Reset a Locked Phone in Recovery Mode

The Recovery Mode is a special mode for Android devices to perform system updates, factory reset, or install custom ROM. It does not require extra software or hardware or setup on your device.

Unlock in Recovery Mode
步骤1

To reset a phone that is locked, such as an LG phone, power off your device. Then press the 音量减小 + 力量 buttons at the same time until it enters the Fastboot Mode. Long press the 音量减小 按钮进入 恢复模式.

笔记:

The button combination is different depending on your phone brand and model. You can contact your manufacturer to get it.

第2步

Scroll to the 清除数据/回复原厂设定 option with your volume buttons, and select it by hitting the 力量 按钮。

第 3 步

然后选择 是的 to confirm your decision and begin factory resetting.

第4步

完成后,滚动至 现在重启系统, and select it to boot into the standard Android screen.

Part 3: How to Reset Samsung Phone with Find My Mobile

If you intend to 无需密码即可将三星手机恢复出厂设置, you have another option, Find My Mobile. It is a website to manage your Samsung device on a computer. If you have set up Find My Mobile on your locked phone, follow the steps below to reset it.

步骤1

Visit Samsung's Find My Mobile website in your browser, and log in to your Samsung account.

Reset with Find My Mobile
第2步

Select the locked Samsung device under the 我的设备 section if you have multiple phones under the same account.

第 3 步

After Samsung tracks your phone, it will appear on the map with a toolbox. Click the 擦除数据 选项。

重置“查找我的手机”
第4步

When prompted, input your Samsung ID password again, and confirm factory reset.

第 5 步

Wait for the process to finish, and disconnect your phone.

Part 4: How to Reset Any Locked Phone

Another way to factory reset an Android phone or tablet that is locked is using third-party unlock software, such as iMyFone LockWiper (Android). It is available to a wide range of Android devices. Moreover, the user-friendly design makes it a good choice for beginners.

Main Features of Android Unlock Software

1. Factory reset locked Android devices within a few minutes.

2. Remove and bypass the screen lock when factory resetting.

3. Include bonus features like Google FRP removal.

4. Support over 6,000 Android models.

Here are the steps to reset a locked Android phone without a password:

步骤1

Launch the Android screen unlock software after you install it on your PC. Choose the 删除屏幕锁定 option in the home interface, click the 删除屏幕锁定 按钮,然后按 开始 按钮。

第2步

Connect your phone to your PC with a compatible USB cable. Once your device is recognized, the software will read the device information. Check and confirm whether all the information is correct. Otherwise, you need to correct it manually.

设备信息
第 3 步

准备好后,点击 开始解锁 button to begin downloading the necessary data package. When it is done, the software will bring your device to the factory status. During the process, make sure to keep your phone connected to your PC.

开始移除

Part 5: FAQs of Resetting Android Phone When Locked

常见问题解答。

  • Can someone recover data on my phone after a factory reset?

    Yes. Even if you perform a factory reset on your phone, it is possible to recover your data with professional phone recovery software. Therefore, you have to overwrite your device with photos and files after a factory reset.

  • When do you need to factory reset your phone?

    The scenarios that you should factory reset your phone include:
    Before you hand down your phone.
    Before you sell your phone on a second-hand market.
    When you want to erase and protect your private files and photos.

  • How to factory reset my Nokia phone with the password?

    Unlock your phone with the password, open the 设置 应用程序,然后转到 系统, 先进的, 和 Reset options. Then tap Erase all data and enter your password again if prompted.

结论

本指南已证明 how to reset an Android phone that is locked. Find My Device and Samsung's Find My Mobile are available if you have set them up on your device. The Recovery Mode is available to all Android devices. Third-party unlock software is suitable for beginners and any Android devices. If you have other questions about this topic, please feel free to leave your message below this post.

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塞缪尔·斯宾塞

来自 imyPass 的高级编辑 Samuel Spenser 是密码解锁和恢复方面的专家。他在编写有关 Windows 密码恢复的教程方面拥有超过 3 年的经验。

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