How to Factory Reset PS5 before Selling it (Easy Tutorial)
8Factory resetting your PS5 before selling it ensures your personal data is removed and the system is ready for the next user. Follow these steps:
Backup Your Data (Optional)
Before resetting, back up your saved games and data if needed:
Upload to PS Plus Cloud (if subscribed):
Go to Settings - Saved Data and Game/App Settings - Saved Data (PS5).
Select Cloud Storage and upload your data.
Use External Storage:
Connect an external drive to your PS5.
Go to Settings -System - System Software - Back Up and Restore.
Deactivate as Primary Console
Ensure the console is no longer linked to your PlayStation Network (PSN) account:
Go to Settings - Users and Accounts - Other.
Select Console Sharing and Offline Play.
Choose Disable if it's active.
Perform the Factory Reset
Sign Out of Your Account:
Go to Settings - Users and Accounts - Sign-In ID and sign out.
Initiate Factory Reset:
Navigate to Settings- System- System Software- Reset Options.
Select Reset Your Console and confirm.
The PS5 will restart and begin the factory reset process. This can take several minutes.
Power Off and Clean
Once the reset is complete, the PS5 will display the initial setup screen. Turn off the console by holding the power button until it shuts down.
Clean the exterior of your PS5 gently with a microfiber cloth to make it look presentable for the next user.
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