Erasing your Apple Watch is a straightforward process performed directly on the watch itself. This action removes all data and settings, preparing it for a new user or for re-pairing.
Steps to Erase Your Apple Watch
To completely erase your Apple Watch and restore it to its factory settings, follow these steps based on the provided information:
- Open Settings: On your Apple Watch, navigate to the Settings app.
- Access General Settings: Within Settings, tap on General.
- Find Reset Options: Scroll down and tap on Reset.
- Initiate Erase: Tap on Erase All Content and Settings.
- Enter Passcode: If prompted, enter your Apple Watch passcode.
- Handle Cellular Plan (GPS + Cellular Models):
- For GPS + Cellular models, you will be asked if you want to keep or remove your cellular plan.
- According to the reference, if you intend to pair your Apple Watch and iPhone again later, it's recommended to keep your plan.
Following these steps will erase all personal data, apps, settings, and content from your Apple Watch.
Summary Table
| Step | Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tap Settings | On your Apple Watch |
| 2 | Tap General | In the Settings app |
| 3 | Tap Reset | Find reset options |
| 4 | Tap Erase All Content and Settings | Confirms the erase action |
| 5 | Type your password (if prompted) | Security measure |
| 6 (GPS + Cellular only) | Choose to keep or remove cellular plan | Keep plan if re-pairing with same iPhone later |
Performing this erase action ensures your personal information is removed before selling, gifting, or sending your Apple Watch in for service.
