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Top 2 Ways to Factory Reset iPad without iTunes [Proven]

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If you are looking for the ways to factory reset iPad without iTunes, I should tell you that there are 2 ways. The one is to restore iPad in Settings App, and the another one is to use some third - party iOS devices easer. Below are the differences of these 2 ways. Last but not least, we will provide you with bonus about scenarios what you should know when resetting your iPad.

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Factory Reset iPad without iTunes from Setting App

This is the easiest of all the methods and is done when your iPad is functioning normally. You don't need to install any apps to do. It can be done with iPad built-in Settings App by following the steps below:

  • Step 1. Tap on the Setting app on iPad. Scroll to the "General Menu" and tap on it.
  • Step 2. After openning up "General Menu", click on "Reset".
  • Step 3. Several options will pop up and then click on "Erase all Content and Settings".
  • Step 4. If you had previously set a passcode for your iPad, then a dialog box will pop up, and after entering in the passcode, the iPad is reset to factory defaults within a few minutes.
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    How to Factory Reset iPad without Passcode or iTunes by Using Third-Party Tool

    Indeed, you may find it hard performing the reset with iTunes, because it it has a lot of glitches during the process. Acturally, there are some 3rd-party tools are developed to replace the iTunes. One of them is iMyFone LockWiper , it can completely reset iPad to factory settings without iTunes. It can handle a wide range of iPad issues including factory restore. Here are some of the basic features of this software on how to reset iPad without iTunes.

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    3 Steps on How to Factory Reset iPad without iTunes

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    For resetting iPad, firstly, you should make sure that "Find my iPhone/iPad" is turned off.

    Before following the text guide, you can follow the video tutorial first!

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    Step 1: Installed iMyFone LockWiper. Open the program and choose "Unlock Screen Passcode".

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    Step 2: Click "Start" and connect your iPad to computer.

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    Step 3: Your device will be automatically detected. Click "Download"to download a firmware package for your iPad.

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    Step 4: When it finishes, click "Start to Extract".

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    Step 5: It will start to unlock and reset your iPad.Wait for it to finish.

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    Bonus Tips about Scenarios We Should Factory Reset iPad

    Scenarios We Should Factory Reset iPad:

    • iPad freezes which leave you unable to perform any basic activities such as checking your social media platforms or even taking a photo.
    • iPad not working right- sometimes iPads may start to act funny such as lagging or running very slow leaving you with a need to solve the issue.
    • Attack on your iPad by a virus which makes it not to work normally leaving you with the option of factory resetting
    • When you need to resell, donate or recycle your iPad and you need to erase all the private files and data to safeguard your privacy.
    • You want to wipe your iPad personal data for a fresh restart or to use it as new.

    If either of the above issues ever affects your iPad and you don't want to use iTunes, then there are 2 ways for you to factory reset your iPad.

    By Using Third - party Tool Via Settings App

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    Time Consumption

    Very Short

    About 30 mins - 1 Hour

    Passcode Necessary

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    Disable Find My [iPhone] or Not

    Yes

    Yes

    Deleted Data Recovery Rate

    0%

    Messages, Notes, Contacts, Reminders and Notes won't be resetted.

    Computer Necessary

    Yes

    No

    Conclusion

    In a word, it's a wise choice to reset iPad without iTunes. Many Apple users are suffering from iTunes' endless troubles. In editor's opinion, it's better to choose some tools like iMyFone LockWiper, for its powerful features and professional technical support.

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