3 Easy Ways to Hard Reset Your iPhone 6s ~ future.housing.org.uk

If your iPhone 6s is acting up or you’re having trouble with it, a hard reset may be the solution. A hard reset will erase all of your data and settings from your iPhone, so it’s important to back up your data before you do this. Once you’ve backed up your data, follow these steps to hard reset your iPhone 6s.

First, make sure that your iPhone 6s is turned off. Then, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the Volume Down button at the same time. Keep holding the buttons until you see the Apple logo on the screen. Once you see the Apple logo, release the buttons. Your iPhone 6s will now start the hard reset process. This process may take a few minutes, so be patient. Once the hard reset is complete, your iPhone 6s will restart and you will be prompted to set it up as a new device.

If you’re still having problems with your iPhone 6s after you’ve performed a hard reset, you may need to take it to an Apple Store or authorized service provider. They will be able to diagnose the problem and repair your iPhone 6s if necessary.

Before You Begin

Before embarking on the hard reset procedure for your iPhone 6s, it’s crucial to take certain preparatory steps to ensure a seamless and protected process:

Backup Your Data

It’s imperative to create a recent backup of your iPhone’s data before performing a hard reset. This ensures that you can restore your valuable information, such as contacts, messages, apps, and settings, after the reset is complete. You can create a backup through iCloud or by connecting your iPhone to a computer and using iTunes.

Find Your Apple ID and Password

Your Apple ID is essential for activating your iPhone after the hard reset. Make sure you have your Apple ID and password readily available before proceeding. If you’ve forgotten your Apple ID password, you can reset it through Apple’s website.

Disconnect Your iPhone from External Devices

Remove any external devices connected to your iPhone, such as headphones, charging cables, or Bluetooth accessories, before initiating the hard reset. This prevents any potential interference or interruptions during the process.

Power Off Your iPhone

To turn off your iPhone, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button located on the right side of the device. Continue holding the button until the "slide to power off" slider appears on the screen. Slide the slider to the right to power off your iPhone.

Force Restart Your iPhone

If your iPhone is unresponsive or frozen, you can force restart it by pressing and holding both the Sleep/Wake button and the Volume Down button simultaneously. Continue holding both buttons for about 10 seconds until the Apple logo appears on the screen. Your iPhone will then restart.

Method 1: Using iTunes

This method requires a computer with the latest version of iTunes installed. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Connect your iPhone 6s to your computer: Use an Apple Lightning cable to connect your iPhone to the computer.
Put your iPhone into recovery mode:
1. For iPhone 6s: Press and hold the Power button and the Home button simultaneously for about 10 seconds. Release the Power button but keep holding the Home button until you see the iTunes logo.
2. For iPhone 6s Plus: Press and hold the Power button and the Volume Down button simultaneously for about 10 seconds. Release the Power button but keep holding the Volume Down button until you see the iTunes logo.
Open iTunes and locate your iPhone: iTunes will automatically detect your iPhone in recovery mode. Click on the device icon in the top-left corner of the iTunes window.
Restore your iPhone: In the iTunes menu, select “Restore iPhone” and follow the on-screen prompts to restore your device to factory settings.

Note: Restoring your iPhone using iTunes will erase all data on the device, including apps, photos, and contacts. It’s recommended to back up your device to iCloud or to a computer before performing a hard reset.

Method 2: Using Recovery Mode

Recovery Mode is a diagnostic mode on iOS devices that allows advanced troubleshooting and restoration. To enter Recovery Mode, follow these steps:

Connecting the iPhone to a Computer

1. Turn off your iPhone. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button (located on the side of the device) until the power off slider appears, then drag the slider to power off the device.

2. Connect your iPhone to a computer using a USB cable. Ensure that the computer is turned on and iTunes is open.

Entering Recovery Mode

3. While holding the Home button, turn on your iPhone. Hold the Home button until you see the Recovery Mode screen, which displays a lightning cable and an iTunes logo.

iPhone Model	Home Button Location
iPhone 6s	Front of the device, below the display

4. Release the Home button once you see the Recovery Mode screen.

5. You should now see the option to “Restore” or “Update” your iPhone. If you choose to restore, all data on your iPhone will be erased. If you choose to update, your iPhone’s software will be updated but your data will be preserved.

6. Follow the instructions on the computer screen to complete the restore or update process.

Method 3: Using Find My iPhone

Accessing Find My iPhone

To utilize Find My iPhone for a remote hard reset, you’ll need an internet-connected device, like another iPhone, iPad, or computer. Ensure you’re signed in to your iCloud account associated with the locked device.

1. Visit the Find My iPhone website or open the Find My iPhone app on your other device.

2. Enter your Apple ID and password to sign in.

Locating and selecting your iPhone

Once signed in, Find My iPhone will display a list of all your Apple devices linked to the account. Locate the iPhone 6s you want to reset and click on it.

Initiating the hard reset

From the device’s information page on Find My iPhone, you’ll find various options. Click on “Erase iPhone.”

Confirm your decision to erase your device by entering your Apple ID password again.

Completion and restoration

Find My iPhone will initiate the hard reset process remotely. It may take several minutes to complete.

Once the reset is finished, your iPhone 6s will be restored to its factory settings, and all data will be erased. You can now set up your device as a new one or restore a backup.

Restoring Your iPhone

Step 1: Back Up Your Data

Before you reset your iPhone, it’s crucial to back up your data to prevent any loss. You can do this via iCloud or iTunes.

Step 2: Use Find My iPhone (Optional)

If you’ve enabled Find My iPhone, put your device into Lost Mode before resetting it. This ensures your device is protected if it falls into the wrong hands.

Step 3: Connect to a Computer (iTunes)

Connect your iPhone 6s to a computer using a USB cable. Launch iTunes and select your iPhone when it appears in the left sidebar.

Step 4: Enter Recovery Mode

On the iTunes screen, click on “Restore.” You’ll be prompted to confirm your decision. Once confirmed, your iPhone will restart and enter Recovery Mode.

Step 5: Restoring Options

When iTunes prompts you to restore or update, select “Restore.” This process can take several minutes, depending on the size of your data. During this time, your iPhone will reboot and restore to its factory settings.

Restore Option	Description
Standard Restore	Reinstalls iOS and erases all data and settings.
Custom Restore	Reinstalls iOS but allows you to choose which apps and data to restore.

Procedure

Before resetting your iPhone 6s, back up your data using iCloud or iTunes. Once you have completed the backup, follow these steps to reset your iPhone 6s:

Hold down the Power button and Volume Down button simultaneously.
Keep holding the buttons until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.
Release the buttons and wait for the iPhone to restart.

Troubleshooting Tips

1. My iPhone 6s is not responding

If your iPhone 6s is not responding, you may need to force restart it. To do this, press and hold the Power button and Volume Down button simultaneously for at least 10 seconds. The Apple logo will appear on the screen, and your iPhone will restart.

2. I forgot my iPhone 6s passcode

If you forgot your iPhone 6s passcode, you can use iTunes to restore your iPhone and reset your passcode. Connect your iPhone to your computer and open iTunes. Click on the iPhone icon in the top left corner of the iTunes window. Then, click on the “Restore iPhone” button. iTunes will erase your iPhone and install the latest version of iOS. Once your iPhone has been restored, you can set up a new passcode.

3. My iPhone 6s is stuck in a boot loop

If your iPhone 6s is stuck in a boot loop, you can try to force restart it. To do this, press and hold the Power button and Volume Down button simultaneously for at least 10 seconds. The Apple logo will appear on the screen, and your iPhone will restart.

4. My iPhone 6s is showing an error message

If your iPhone 6s is showing an error message, try restarting it. To do this, press and hold the Power button until the slide to power off slider appears. Slide the slider to power off your iPhone. Then, press and hold the Power button again to turn your iPhone back on.

5. My iPhone 6s is not connecting to Wi-Fi

If your iPhone 6s is not connecting to Wi-Fi, try restarting your router. To do this, unplug the router from the power outlet and then plug it back in. Wait for the router to restart, and then try connecting your iPhone to Wi-Fi again.

6. Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

If you are experiencing advanced issues with your iPhone 6s, such as hardware problems or software glitches, you may need to contact Apple support. You can contact Apple support by phone, email, or chat. Apple support can help you troubleshoot your issue and provide you with a solution.

Support Option	Contact Information
Phone	1-800-MY-APPLE
Email	support@apple.com
Chat	www.apple.com/support/contact

Additional Information

Resetting a Disabled iPhone 6s

If your iPhone 6s is disabled, you may need to use recovery mode to reset it. To do this, connect your phone to a computer and open iTunes. Press and hold the power button until the device powers off. Press and hold the home button while plugging the USB cable into the iPhone. Continue holding the home button until iTunes recognizes the device in recovery mode. You can then restore your iPhone using iTunes.

Resetting an iPhone 6s with iCloud

You can also reset your iPhone 6s remotely using iCloud. To do this, go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. Click on the “Find My iPhone” icon and select your device. Click on the “Erase iPhone” option to remotely reset your phone.

Using a Third-Party Tool to Reset an iPhone 6s

There are several third-party tools available that can help you reset your iPhone 6s. These tools can be useful if you are unable to reset your phone using the standard methods. Some popular third-party tools include Dr. Fone and iMyFone Umate Pro.

Resetting an iPhone 6s to Factory Settings

Restoring your iPhone 6s to factory settings will erase all data from your device. This is a good option if you are selling or giving away your phone. To reset your iPhone to factory settings, go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.

Using iTunes to Restore an iPhone 6s

You can also use iTunes to restore your iPhone 6s to factory settings. To do this, connect your phone to a computer and open iTunes. Select your device and click on the “Restore iPhone” button. iTunes will then erase all data from your phone and install the latest version of iOS.

Using iCloud to Restore an iPhone 6s

You can also use iCloud to restore your iPhone 6s to factory settings. To do this, go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Your phone will then restart and begin the restore process. Once the restore is complete, you will need to sign in to your Apple ID and set up your phone again.

Precautions

1. Back up your data

Before you hard reset your iPhone 6S, it is important to back up your data. This will ensure that you don’t lose any important photos, videos, or other files.

2. Turn off Find My iPhone

If you have Find My iPhone enabled, you will need to turn it off before you can hard reset your phone.

3. Disconnect from iCloud

You will also need to disconnect from iCloud before you can hard reset your phone.

4. Clear your SIM card

If you have a SIM card installed in your iPhone 6S, you will need to clear it before you can hard reset your phone.

5. Remove any accessories

You will need to remove any accessories, such as a case or screen protector, before you can hard reset your phone.

6. Charge your phone

Make sure your iPhone 6S is fully charged before you hard reset it.

7. Close all apps

Close all apps that are running on your iPhone 6S before you hard reset it.

8. Find a safe place to hard reset your phone

Once you have taken all of the necessary precautions, you can hard reset your iPhone 6S. To do this, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the Volume Down button at the same time. Keep holding the buttons until the Apple logo appears on the screen.

Your iPhone 6S will now restart. Once it has restarted, you will be able to set it up as a new phone.

How to Hard Reset iPhone 6s

Step 1: Connect your iPhone to a computer

Using a USB cable, connect your iPhone to a Mac or Windows PC.

Step 2: Put your iPhone into recovery mode

For iPhone 6s and earlier: Press and hold both the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button.
For iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold both the Sleep/Wake button and the Volume Down button.
For iPhone 8 and later: Press and quickly release the Volume Up button, then press and quickly release the Volume Down button, and finally press and hold the Sleep/Wake button.

Step 3: Restore your iPhone using iTunes

On your computer, open iTunes and select your iPhone when it appears in the sidebar. Click the “Restore iPhone” button and follow the on-screen instructions.

Step 4: Set up your iPhone as new

After your iPhone has been restored, you will be prompted to set it up as new or restore it from a backup. Choose "Set up as new" to start fresh.

Step 5: Update your iPhone to the latest iOS version

Once your iPhone has been set up, connect it to Wi-Fi and check for updates. Go to Settings > General > Software Update and install any available updates.

9. Additional Tips for Hard Resetting iPhone 6s

Make sure you have backed up your iPhone before performing a hard reset.
If you are unable to put your iPhone into recovery mode, try connecting it to a different computer or using a different USB cable.
If you continue to have problems, contact Apple Support for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a hard reset?

A hard reset, also known as a factory reset, is a procedure that restores your iPhone 6s to its original factory settings. This includes erasing all data, apps, and settings from your device.

2. Why would I need to hard reset my iPhone 6s?

There are several reasons why you might need to hard reset your iPhone 6s, such as:

Your device is not responding or freezing.
You have forgotten your passcode.
You are experiencing software issues or errors.
You are selling or giving away your device.

3. How do I hard reset my iPhone 6s?

There are two ways to hard reset your iPhone 6s:

Through the Settings app: Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
Through iTunes: Connect your iPhone 6s to a computer with iTunes installed. Select your device, go to the Summary tab, and click on the Restore iPhone button.

4. What happens when I hard reset my iPhone 6s?

When you hard reset your iPhone 6s, the following things will happen:

All data, apps, and settings will be erased from your device.
Your iPhone 6s will be restored to its original factory settings.
You will need to set up your device again, including creating a new passcode.

10. How can I prevent data loss when hard resetting my iPhone 6s?

To prevent data loss when hard resetting your iPhone 6s, it is highly recommended that you back up your device beforehand. You can back up your iPhone 6s using iCloud or iTunes. Here are the steps on how to back up your device using iTunes:

Step	Action
1	Connect your iPhone 6s to a computer with iTunes installed.
2	Select your device in iTunes.
3	Click on the Back Up Now button.

How To Hard Reset iPhone 6s

To hard reset an iPhone 6s, follow these steps:

Press and hold the Power button and the Volume Down button simultaneously.
Keep holding both buttons until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
Release both buttons and wait for the iPhone to restart.