Google Pixel 2 - Factory Data Reset (Powered On)

Here's how to factory / hard reset your Pixel 2 / 2 XL if the screen freezes or call, app, audio or sync issues occur.

Perform a factory data reset only if necessary as it removes your Google™ account and all data including system data, app data, and media.

Music, pictures and videos can be backed up to a computer.

Personal data (e.g. Wi-Fi passwords, browser bookmarks, etc.) can be backed up to Google's servers.

Open the

Settings app

An alternate reset method is available if the device is unresponsive or won't power on.

Navigate:

System

Advanced

Reset options

Tap

Erase all data (factory reset)

Tap

Erase all data

If presented, enter the current PIN or password or draw the unlock pattern.

Tap

Erase all data

Allow several minutes for the factory data reset and reboot processes to complete.

If needed, set up your device. If troubleshooting third-party apss, don't restore app data.