How to Factory Reset a Google Pixel 9: Two Methods Explained

Resetting Your Google Pixel 9

• 💡 This guide explains two methods to perform a factory reset on your Google Pixel 9, useful for troubleshooting, selling the device, or fixing performance issues.

Method 1: Reset via Settings (Recommended)

• ⚙️ Navigate to Settings on your phone.
• ➡️ Scroll down to find System.
• 🖱️ Tap on Reset options.
• ⚠️ Be aware that this process will erase all data from your phone's internal storage, including accounts, apps, settings, photos, and more.
• ✅ Select Erase all data/factory reset and confirm to proceed.

Method 2: Reset via Recovery Mode (Unresponsive Phone)

• 🔌 First, turn off your device by holding the power and volume up buttons simultaneously, then selecting power off.
• 🚀 To enter recovery mode, hold the power button and volume down button simultaneously until you enter fast boot mode.
• ⬆️ Use the volume keys to select Recovery mode and confirm with the power button.
• 🚫 If you see an 'Android robot with no command' screen, hold the power button, press and release the volume up button, then release both.
• 💾 In recovery mode, use the volume keys to select wipe data/factory reset and confirm with the power button.
• 🔄 Confirm the factory data reset again. Once complete, select reboot system now and confirm.
• 📱 After either method, your phone will restart and require setup as a brand new device.