How to Permanently Erase Data and Settings From iPhone Storage
Here is a step-by-step guide on how you can erase your data from iPhone permanently using either your iPhone or Mac or Windows PC.
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings
How to permanently erase data from iPhone storage using a Mac or Windows PC
A Mac or Windows PC can also be employed to erase you data and settings from your iPhone permanently. This method can come in handy if you can’t open Settings on iPhone. Follow these steps to permanently erase data from iPhone storage using Mac or Windows PC:
Connect iPhone and your computer with a cable.
- Do one of the following:
- In the Finder sidebar on your Mac: Select your iPhone, click General at the top of the window, then click Restore iPhone.
- In the iTunes app on a Windows PC: Click the iPhone button near the top left of the iTunes window, click Summary, then click Restore iPhone.