Reset iPhone 5 - Here's how

This practical guide will show you how to reset your iPhone 5 and delete all data from the device.

iPhone 5: Reset Apple phone completely

Please note that resetting will delete all settings and files from your iPhone 5. You should therefore make a backup before you follow the steps below.

1. The easiest way to reset iPhone 5 is through the settings. Open this and select the "General" item.
2. Scroll all the way down and tap "Reset".
3. In the following menu you can either delete individual settings or data, or reset the entire device.
4. To delete all data and settings and reset the iPhone 5 to its factory settings, tap on "Delete content & settings".
5. Confirm the process by entering your PIN code and tap on the red "Delete iPhone" lettering.
6. The iPhone 5 is now completely reset. This process can take several minutes.
7. After the process has been completed, you can set up the device from scratch.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to delete your iCloud account.