How to Hard Reset Android Phone that is frozen (Easy Method)

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A hard reset (also called a factory reset) on a frozen Android phone can help resolve persistent issues, but it erases all data, so use it as a last resort after attempting a soft reset. Since your phone is frozen, you’ll likely need to access Recovery Mode to perform the reset. Here’s how:

Steps to Hard Reset a Frozen Android Phone
Attempt a Soft Reset First:

Press and hold the Power button for 10-20 seconds, or Power + Volume Down together, until the device restarts.
For specific brands:

Samsung: Power + Volume Down for 10-20 seconds.
Google Pixel: Power for 30 seconds or Power + Volume Down for 10 seconds.

Xiaomi/OnePlus: Power for 10-20 seconds.
If the phone restarts and works, you may not need a hard reset. If it’s still frozen, proceed.

Power Off the Device:
If the soft reset doesn’t work, remove the battery (if removable) to power off. Most modern phones have non-removable batteries, so let the battery drain completely if you can’t force a restart.

Alternatively, plug the phone into a charger for 15-30 minutes to ensure it’s not a battery issue.

Enter Recovery Mode:
With the phone off (or as off as possible), boot into Recovery Mode:
Press and hold Power + Volume Up (or Power + Volume Down for some devices) until the Recovery Mode menu appears. Common combinations:
Samsung: Power + Volume Up + Home (or Bixby button on newer models).
Google Pixel: Power + Volume Down.

Xiaomi/OnePlus: Power + Volume Up.
Hold the buttons for 10-20 seconds. If the screen doesn’t respond, try again or check your device’s specific key combination (let me know your phone model for precise instructions).

You’ll see a menu with options like “Reboot system now” or “Wipe data/factory reset.”

Perform the Factory Reset:
Use the Volume Up/Down buttons to navigate to Wipe data/factory reset in the Recovery Mode menu.

Press the Power button to select it.
Confirm the reset by selecting Yes (or similar) using the same buttons.
The process may take a few minutes. Once complete, select Reboot system now to restart the phone.



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