How To Factory Reset Your Iphone 6S Plus Before Trading In

by

Trading in your iPhone 6s Plus can be a smooth process if you ensure all your personal data is securely erased. Performing a factory reset restores the device to its original settings, making it ready for its next owner. Follow these simple steps to reset your iPhone 6s Plus before trading it in.

Preparing Your iPhone 6s Plus for Reset

Before resetting your device, back up your important data to iCloud or your computer. This ensures you won’t lose photos, contacts, or other essential information. Also, sign out of iCloud, iTunes, and the App Store to prevent activation issues later.

Backing Up Your Data

Using iCloud

  • Connect your iPhone to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud.
  • Select iCloud Backup.
  • Tap Back Up Now.
  • Wait for the backup to complete.

Using a Computer

  • Connect your iPhone to your computer with a Lightning cable.
  • Open iTunes (Windows or macOS Mojave and earlier) or Finder (macOS Catalina and later).
  • Select your device when it appears.
  • Click Back Up Now.
  • Ensure the backup completes before disconnecting.

Signing Out of Accounts

To prevent activation issues, sign out of your Apple ID and other accounts.

Signing Out of iCloud

  • Go to Settings.
  • Tap your name at the top.
  • Scroll down and select Sign Out.
  • Enter your Apple ID password if prompted.
  • Tap Turn Off.

Signing Out of iTunes & App Store

  • Go to Settings.
  • Scroll down and tap iTunes & App Store.
  • Tap your Apple ID at the top.
  • Select Sign Out.

Performing the Factory Reset

Once your data is backed up and accounts are signed out, you can proceed with the reset process.

Steps to Reset

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Tap General.
  • Scroll down and select Reset.
  • Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
  • Enter your device passcode when prompted.
  • Confirm your decision to erase the device.

The iPhone will now erase all data and restart as a new device. This process may take a few minutes.

Final Steps

After the reset, your iPhone 6s Plus is ready for trading in. Make sure to remove any SIM cards or accessories before handing it over. Your device is now restored to factory settings, ensuring your personal information remains secure.