Vivo Y12 Hard Reset Guide
If your Vivo Y12 phone is experiencing issues like frozen screen, forgotten password, slow performance, or software glitches, performing a hard reset can help restore it to factory settings. This guide explains step by step how to safely perform a hard reset on your Vivo Y12 device without causing damage.
Important Notes Before Hard Reset
- Back up all important data including contacts, photos, and messages. Hard reset will erase everything from your device.
- Ensure your phone has at least 50% battery to avoid shutdown during reset.
- Remove Google or Vivo account lock if possible, to avoid FRP lock issues.
Method 1: Hard Reset via Settings
The easiest and safest way to perform a hard reset on Vivo Y12 is through the settings menu:
- Open the Settings app on your Vivo Y12.
- Scroll down and select System Management or More Settings.
- Tap on Backup & Reset.
- Select Erase All Data (Factory Reset).
- Confirm by tapping Reset Phone and enter your password or PIN if prompted.
- Your Vivo Y12 will restart automatically and reset to factory settings.
Method 2: Hard Reset via Recovery Mode
If your phone is frozen or cannot access settings, you can reset it using Recovery Mode:
- Power off your Vivo Y12 completely.
- Press and hold Volume Up + Power Button simultaneously until the Vivo logo appears.
- Release the buttons to enter Recovery Mode.
- Use volume keys to navigate and select Wipe Data/Factory Reset and press the power button to confirm.
- Choose Yes to confirm erasing all user data.
- After the process completes, select Reboot System Now.

After Hard Reset
Once the reset is complete, your Vivo Y12 will boot like a brand new device. You will need to set up your Google account, Vivo account, and personal preferences. Make sure to restore your backup data carefully.
Why Hard Reset is Useful
Hard resetting Vivo Y12 can resolve many common problems:
- Phone stuck on boot or logo screen.
- Forgotten lock screen password, PIN, or pattern.
- Sluggish performance due to too many apps or cache buildup.
- Software glitches or app crashes.
Tips for Vivo Y12 Users
- Regularly back up your data to Google Drive or other cloud services.
- Keep the device software updated to avoid bugs and glitches.
- Perform a hard reset only when necessary.
By following this Vivo Y12 hard reset guide, you can quickly restore your device to optimal performance safely. Whether you choose the settings menu method or recovery mode, carefully follow the steps to ensure no data corruption or accidental lock occurs.
This guide is intended for Vivo Y12 users who want a reliable method for factory reset and troubleshooting. Always ensure battery level, backup, and account information are secure before starting the process.