How to Delete Everything from iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Disclaimer: Before attempting to delete everything from your iPhone, please note that this process will irrevocably delete all data on your device, including contacts, photos, messages, apps, and more. Make sure you have backed up your data to a secure location before proceeding.
Getting Started
To delete everything from your iPhone, you’ll need to follow these steps:
- Connect your iPhone to a computer using a USB cable.
- Open iTunes on the computer.
- Select your iPhone from the top left corner of the iTunes window.
- Click on "Summary" or "Info" to view your iPhone’s details.
Method 1: Delete Everything from the Home Screen
- Empty the Home Screen: Start by deleting everything from the Home Screen of your iPhone. To do this, go to the Settings app > General > iPhone Storage > Storage & iCloud Usage. Scroll down to the Empty the Home Screen section and select it.
- Delete Everything Else: Go to the Photos app > Delete Photos. Select Albums and choose All Photos & Videos. Then, select Delete Everything.
- Delete All Apps: Go to the App Library app > All Apps. Select All Apps and choose Delete. This will delete all installed apps.
- Delete All Data: Go to the Contacts, Messages, and Music/Video Library apps > All Data. Select Delete for each section.
Method 2: Delete Everything from the Files
- Delete Files: Go to the Files app > All Files. Select Drag and Drop or Copy and Paste to move files to the Trash.
- Delete Apps: Go to the App Library app > All Apps. Select All Apps and choose Delete.
- Delete All Data: Go to the Contacts, Messages, and Music/Video Library apps > All Data. Select Delete for each section.
Method 3: Delete Everything from the Photos
- Delete Photos: Go to the Photos app > Albums > All Photos & Videos. Select Delete Everything.
- Delete All Apps: Go to the App Library app > All Apps. Select All Apps and choose Delete.
- Delete All Data: Go to the Photos, Messages, and Music/Video Library apps > All Data. Select Delete for each section.
Additional Steps
- Clear Cache: Go to the Settings app > General > iPhone Storage > Storage & iCloud Usage. Scroll down to the Clear Cache section and select it.
- Remove App Data: Go to the App Library app > All Apps. Select All Apps and choose Delete for each app.
- Remove Old Data: Go to the Photos, Messages, and Music/Video Library apps > All Data. Select Delete for each section.
What to Expect After Deleting Everything
- Storage Space: After deleting everything from your iPhone, you may notice a significant decrease in storage space.
- App Installs: When you delete apps, they will no longer be installed on your iPhone.
- Data Removal: All data will be removed from your iPhone, including contacts, messages, and photos.
Cautionary Note
Be extremely careful when attempting to delete everything from your iPhone. This process will irrevocably delete all data on your device, and you’ll need to back up your data to a secure location to recover it. Additionally, deleting everything from your iPhone will remove all installed apps, which can be frustrating if you’ve installed apps for specific purposes.
Conclusion
Deleting everything from your iPhone is a serious process that requires caution and attention to detail. By following these steps, you’ll be able to completely clear your iPhone and remove all data on your device. However, be sure to take a few precautions and consider backing up your data to a secure location to ensure that your data is preserved.