Delete iPhone 6: how it works
If you want to sell your iPhone 6 or if you have major problems, you can completely delete the device. We'll show you the options.
Delete iPhone 6 quickly and easily
Note: All data and settings are deleted. For this reason, you should first backup via iTunes or iCloud. The first guide is quick above all, but not recommended for larger problems with the iPhone.
- First open the "Settings" app on your iPhone 6.
- Select "Reset" at the bottom of the "General" category.
- The "Delete all content & settings" option will completely delete iPhone 6.
- Confirm the process and wait a few minutes.
- Then the iPhone 6 restarts and can be set up fresh.
Delete iPhone 6 on the PC
This guide takes a little longer, but is recommended if you have any problems with the device. The iOS operating system is not only reset, but completely reinstalled.
- Start iTunes and connect your iPhone 6 to the computer with a USB cable.
- Select your iPhone in the top left corner and click the "Restore iPhone" button on the right.
- If you confirm the process, the latest iOS is downloaded, transferred to the iPhone 6 and installed.
- You can then set up the iPhone again and transfer a backup from the PC if you wish.
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to transfer music to iPhone without iTunes.