Learn how to perform a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Hard Reset using Android Recovery Mode and restore the phone to its factory settings.

How To Hard Reset Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Learn about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 hard reset process, Android Recovery Mode, and factory reset.

If you want to perform a hard reset on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, you can use Android Recovery Mode to restore the device to its factory settings. This method is useful if the phone is locked, frozen, or you cannot access the Settings menu.

A factory reset will erase all personal data stored on the phone.

Steps to Hard Reset Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

1

Turn off the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 completely.

2

Connect the phone to a computer using a USB cable.

3

Press and hold the Volume Up and Side/Power buttons simultaneously.

4

Release both buttons when the Samsung logo appears.

5

Wait for the Android Recovery menu to appear.

6

Use the Volume Down button to highlight Wipe data/factory reset.

7

Press the Side/Power button to select it.

8

Select Factory data reset to confirm the operation.

9

Wait for the data-wiping process to finish.

10

Select Reboot system now.

The Galaxy Z Fold8 will restart and boot to the initial setup screen.

Important Information

A factory reset permanently removes data stored on the phone's internal storage, including applications, photos, videos, messages, accounts, and personal settings. Back up your important data before resetting whenever possible.

If Google Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is enabled, you may need to enter the Google account credentials previously synchronized with the device after the reset.

If you are selling or giving away the phone, remove your Google and Samsung accounts before performing the factory reset when possible.