How to Factory Reset Your Samsung Phone Without Losing Data
Reset your Samsung Galaxy without losing data using Temporary Cloud Backup.
If your Samsung Galaxy phone is acting sluggish, freezing constantly, or just not performing like it used to, you might have considered a factory reset, which actually can work wonders, wiping away glitches and performance issues, giving your phone a fresh start. But a standard reset erases everything, from sentimental photos to important app data. That’s where things get stressful.
Thankfully, Samsung’s Temporary Cloud Backup feature lets you wipe your phone clean while keeping all your data safe and ready to restore. No need to juggle multiple cloud services or external drives, just a quick backup, reset, and restore.
This guide will show you the entire process in three simple steps: backing up your data, performing the factory reset, and restoring everything afterward. Let’s get started.
Oyinebiladou Omemu
How to Factory Reset Your Samsung Galaxy Phone Without Losing Data
Step 1: Backup the Data
- Open Settings and select General Management.
- Select Backup and Restore.
- Tap Backup data.
- Select what to save (photos, apps, settings, etc.) by either checking their box or toggling them (depending on your UI). Once you're done, tap Backup and wait.
Step 2: Factory Reset the Phone
- Go to Settings and select General management.
- Select Reset.
- Select Factory data reset.
- Tap Reset and enter your PIN/password. Your phone will reboot, his may take a few minutes.
Step 3: Restore the Data
During Setup, sign in to your Samsung account, then choose Restore from backup. Now, if this doesn’t come up once your device comes on;
- Go to Settings and select General management.
- Select Backup and Restore.
- Select Restore data.
- Choose where you want to restore from.
- Select what you want to restore and tap Restore.
Conclusion
Factory resetting doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. With Samsung’s Temporary Cloud Backup, you can refresh your phone without losing a single photo or app. Whether you’re troubleshooting, selling your device, or just want a clean slate, this feature comes quite in handy.
Just remember: Back up first, reset carefully, and restore within 30 days. Now go ahead, reset with confidence, and enjoy your phone like new.
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