To reset a Realme phone in 2025, you can do a factory reset or hard reset using two main methods:
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Via Settings (if phone is unlocked):
- Go to Settings > System & Updates > Backup and Reset > Reset Phone.
- Choose either Reset Network Settings or Reset All Settings/Data to erase everything.
- Confirm and wait for the phone to reset and reboot. This method erases all data [10].
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Using Hardware Buttons (hard reset, useful if locked or forgot password):
- Turn off the phone.
- Press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons (sometimes Power + Volume Up depending on model).
- Release buttons when the Realme logo appears.
- Use the volume buttons to navigate to Wipe data/Factory reset and confirm with the power button.
- Confirm again to start wiping data.
- After completion, select Reboot system now.
- The phone reboots to factory settings, taking a few minutes [3] [5] [6] [8] [9].
There are also updated tutorials and guides for resetting newer Realme models and bypassing FRP lock (Google account lock) on Android 14/15 versions in 2025 [1] [7].
If you want a step-by-step walkthrough for a particular model or to bypass specific locks, there are many up-to-date videos available on YouTube titled with "Realme reset 2025" or "Realme hard reset 2025" showing the exact button combinations and menu navigation.
In summary, the factory/hard reset process for Realme phones remains consistent in 2025, involving factory reset via settings for unlocked phones or hardware key combinations for locked devices.