Performing a factory reset
Apple Watch Series 4 on watchOS 8.0.1
A factory reset will erase all data from your device and is irreversible. This is good to do if you are going to trade in or sell your device. It will wipe all of your personal information from the device.
Note: If you don't have your iPhone and can't unpair, you can still erase all content and settings on your Watch.
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From Settings, tap General.
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Turn the Digital Crown to scroll to Reset.
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Tap Reset.
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Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
Note: If you added a cellular plan, you can choose to keep it or remove it on the next screen.
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Turn the Digital Crown to scroll to Erase All.
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Tap Erase All.
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You've completed the steps!
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