How to Factory Reset Device on iPad (iPadOS)

iPhone factory reset is one of the most straightforward procedures of any major platform — Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings guides you through a confirmation checklist including backup status and Find My deactivation before the actual erase begins. iOS checks whether a backup exists before proceeding and offers to back up to iCloud right then if none is recent, which adds an important safety prompt that many users overlook. For refurbishment or resale, ensure the device reaches the Hello setup screen before handing it over, confirming Find My and Activation Lock are fully cleared from the previous Apple ID.