Reset Apple Watch to factory settings - how it works
If your Apple Watch no longer works properly or if you want to delete all data, you can reset the device completely. We'll show you how it's done.
Apple Watch: Reset to factory settings
If you have a problem with the Apple Watch, press and hold the side button and the digital crown together for around 10 seconds. The Apple logo then appears and the watch restarts. All data can be deleted as follows:
- First, open the "Settings" from the Apple Watch home screen.
- Scroll down a little and select the "General" category.
- Tap on the "Reset" option at the bottom and then select "Clear all data and settings".
- If you confirm the process with the "Continue" button, the Apple Watch is reset to the factory settings.
- Note: This process can take a few minutes. Do not use the Apple Watch during this process.
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