How to reset PS4/PS5 to factory settings
By ForGeeks Resetting your PS4/PS5 can be useful if your console is running slower than usual, or if you want to sell or donate your console. This process will erase all data and reset the console back to its original settings. Below is a guide to resetting the settings:
Backup your data from PS4/PS5
Before you start resetting, you need to back up your data. You can transfer your saved game data and other important files to an external hard drive or cloud storage. This will prevent data loss during the process.
Before you begin resetting, you should back up your data.
Deactivate your PSN account
Go to Settings -> Manage Accounts -> Activate as primary PS4/PS5 -> Deactivate. This will unlink your PlayStation Network account from your console so you can log in on another console later.
Starting the reset process
To start the reset process, go to Settings -> Initialization -> PS4/PS5 Initialization -> Full. This process will erase all data, including saved games and console settings. The process will take some time, so be patient and don’t interrupt it.
Reinstalling system software
After the reset process is complete, you need to reinstall the system software. To do this, download the console’s software from the PlayStation website onto a USB drive. Once you’ve downloaded the software to the USB drive, plug it into the console and follow the instructions to reinstall the system software.
Log in to your PSN account
After reinstalling the system software, you can log into your PSN account. Keep in mind that all your saved game data and settings have been deleted, so you’ll have to re-download your saved progress from the cloud or an external backup.
All your saved game data and settings have been deleted, so you’ll have to re-download your saved progress from the cloud or an external backup.
Finally, resetting your PS4/PS5 to factory settings can be a useful solution if you’re having problems with your console or want to transfer to another user. By following the steps above, you can quickly restore your PS4/PS5 to factory settings.
Factory reset can be a useful solution if you’re having problems with your console or want to pass it on to another user.
