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OnePlus 8 5G UW - Factory Data Reset (Powered Off)

2026-10-12 15:07:51.009

OnePlus 8 5G UW - Factory Data Reset (Powered Off)

Here's how to factory / hard reset your OnePlus 8 5G UW if the screen freezes or call, app, audio or sync issues occur and the device won't start up.
  • Perform a factory data reset only if necessary as it removes your Google™ account and all data including system data, app data and media.
  • For devices with Android™ Device Protection turned on, it's imperative Google sign-in credentials are known prior to completing a factory reset with the device powered off. If credentials are unknown, do one of the following:
  • If a pattern, PIN, etc. is or has ever been set up on the device, Google account sign-in is required during initial setup.
  1. Ensure the device is powered off.
    If the device is responsive and can be powered on, the preferred reset method should be performed.
  2. Simultaneously press and hold the
    Volume Down
     on the left edge of the device and the
    Power button
     on the right edge until the device vibrates and the Android Recovery screen appears then release all buttons.
    Allow up to 30 seconds for the recovery screen to appear.
  3. From the OnePlus logo screen, select a Language.
    Utilize the Volume buttons to cycle through the available options and the Power button to select.
  4. Select
    Wipe data and cache
    .
  5. Select
    Erase everything (Music, pics, etc)
    .
    Allow several minutes for the reboot process to complete.
  6. From the 'User data partition' screen, select
    This can not be undone, continue?
    .
    Allow several minutes for the reboot process to complete.
  7. From the Format success screen, select 'Reboot' or 'Done'.
    If applicable, set up your device.