Session Status

Due to inactivity, your session will end in approximately 2 minutes. Extend your session by clicking OK below.

Due to inactivity, your session has expired. Please sign in again to continue.

Google Pixel 4 / 4 XL
Power Up in Safe Mode

2026-10-04 01:03:55.852

Google Pixel 4 / 4 XL
Power Up in Safe Mode

Safe mode is a diagnostic state on your Pixel 4 / 4 XL that only runs system apps so you can isolate if a third-party app is causing freezing or slowness.

Before you begin

An alternate method is available if the device can be powered on and is responsive.

Steps

  1. With the device powered off, press and hold the
    Power button
     allow several seconds for the Google™ logo to appear then release the button.
  2. With the Google logo onscreen, press and hold the
    Volume down button
    .
  3. Continue to hold the
    Volume down button
     until 'Safe mode' appears in the lower-left of the unlock screen then release.
  5. To exit Safe mode, restart the device.