The main reasons you might need to reset your Apple Watch Series 8 are the following: resolving a technical problem or preparing to transfer ownership of the device. If your Apple Watch Series 8 is buggy, running slow or if you intend to sell it, knowing how to perform a factory reset is very important.
Applying a factory reset on Apple Watch Series 8 as a technical fix is usually a measure of last resort before seeking profesional guidance from an Apple Store. But if you have a software related issue, restoring the Apple Watch Series 8 to factory settings will most likely solve it.
On the other hand, erasing Apple Watch Series 8 before selling or giving it to someone else it’s a crucial step if you want to keep your private data, well… private. And also can be helpful for the new owner to have a clean and fresh device, just ready to be synced with their own phone.
Factory reset Apple Watch Series 8 using Settings menu
There are several methods to reset an Apple Watch Series 8 but the simplest way is through the device Settings.
How to factory reset your Apple Watch Series 8
- Press the Digital Crown button to see the Home Screen.
- Find and tap on the Settings icon.
- Go to General.
- Press Reset.
- Select Erase all content and settings. If prompted, enter you password.
- Choose Erase All to confirm and wait for a few seconds for the device to return to the factory settings.
Now you can start the setup process again. But to remove the Activation Lock on your Apple Watch Series 8, you’ll need the Apple ID and password associated with the device.
Keep in mind that an Apple Watch Series 8 factory reset will wipe out all data and settings, but it won’t erase Activation Lock. You need to unpair the Apple Watch Series 8 first if you want to disable Activation Lock.
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