How to Factory Reset the Apple iPhone 17

Factory reset the Apple iPhone 17 to erase all content and settings and restore it to factory defaults.

Steps

1. 1

   Back up your iPhone using iCloud or Finder on a Mac so you can restore your data later.

2. 2

   Open the Settings app on your iPhone 17.

3. 3

   Tap General, then scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone.

4. 4

   Tap Erase All Content and Settings.

5. 5

   Review the list of items that will be erased, then tap Continue.

6. 6

   Enter your passcode when prompted.

7. 7

   Enter your Apple ID password to turn off Activation Lock, then tap Turn Off.

8. 8

   Tap Erase iPhone to confirm. The device will erase and restart, displaying the Hello setup screen.

Last verified: April 8, 2026