Factory reset does not remove accounts from your device. It is essential to remove all accounts configured on your device before performing a factory reset. This is a crucial step to ensure that your personal information and data are completely removed from the device.
When you perform a factory reset, it erases all the data and settings on your device, returning it to its original factory state. However, it does not remove any accounts that you have configured on the device. This means that if you don’t remove your accounts manually before the reset, they will still be present on the device after the reset is completed.
By removing your accounts before the factory reset, you are ensuring that your personal information, such as usernames, passwords, and other account details, are not stored on the device anymore. This is particularly important if you are planning to sell or give away your device, as you don’t want the new owner to have access to your accounts.
To remove accounts from your device, you can follow these steps:
1. Go to the Settings app on your device.
2. Look for the “Accounts” or “Users & accounts” section.
3. Tap on the section to access the list of accounts configured on your device.
4. For each account, tap on it and select “Remove” or “Delete” to remove it from your device.
5. Confirm the removal if prompted.
It is important to note that removing accounts from your device does not delete the accounts themselves. Your accounts will still exist and can be accessed on other devices or platforms. Removing the accounts from your device only removes the association between the device and the account.
In addition to removing accounts, it is also recommended to remove your SIM card and memory card before performing a factory reset. This ensures that any data stored on these external storage devices is not accessible after the reset.
To remove a SIM card, you typically need to locate the SIM card slot on your device (usually found on the side or back) and use a SIM card removal tool or a small pin to eject the SIM card tray. Once the tray is ejected, you can remove the SIM card from the tray.
For removing a memory card, the process may vary depending on the device. Generally, you need to locate the memory card slot (typically found on the side or back) and either push the card in slightly to release it or use a small lever to unlock and remove the card.
By following these steps and removing your accounts, SIM card, and memory card, you can ensure that your personal data and information are properly safeguarded before performing a factory reset on your device.