Resetting Asus Zenfone 6 to factory settings

If you have serious problems with your Asus Zenfone 6 that cannot be solved even by restarting the device, it is recommended to reset the device to factory settings. This is possible via the Zenfone 6 settings.

How to factory reset your Asus Zenfone 6

Be sure to back up your data before resetting, as the process will irretrievably delete any photos, images, settings, apps or other content.

1. Tap the Settings app of the Zenfone 6.
2. Here, go to the "System" option and then "Reset".
3. Tap the "Erase all data (factory reset)" item.
4. To confirm, you need to enter the pattern or pin of your screen lock.
5. The Zenfone 6 will then be reset to factory settings and all your data will be deleted.

Create a backup: Back up the data of the Zenfone 6

Since all your data will be deleted with a factory reset, you should definitely create a backup. You can play this on the smartphone after the process - this way you will not lose any data and the smartphone will be in the same state as before.

• Back up your data in a cloud such as Dropbox or Google Drive. To do this, install the appropriate app on your Zenfone 6 and move all important files to the cloud. Afterwards, you can access and backup the contents on other devices such as your PC.
• Alternatively, connect your smartphone to the computer via cable. Back up important files on the PC by simply copying them over.