Reset HTC One M8 to factory settings - Here's how

If your HTC One M8 has problems or you want to sell your smartphone, you should reset it to factory settings. We'll show you step by step how this works.

HTC One M8: restore factory settings

Note: A hard reset deletes all data on your smartphone. If you want to keep parts of it, you should transfer it to other devices or create an Android backup.

1. First, open the 'Settings' on your HTC One M8.
2. Scroll down and select the category "Backup & Reset".
3. There, tap on the "Reset phone" item and select the "Delete all data" entry.
4. If you confirm the process with the "OK" button, the HTC One M8 is reset to the factory settings.
5. Note: This process can take a few minutes. Do not use the smartphone during this time and do not remove the battery.