Before you initiate a factory reset for your Fire Stick or TV, be aware that all data will be erased. If the device contains important information, ensure you back it up if possible. Additionally, some of the following methods may not apply to your particular situation, so feel free to skip those and use the ones that do.
How to Reset a Fire Stick or TV Using a Remote
For those with a remote, a reset can be done easily using these steps:
1. Reset through Settings
In the event that your remote isn’t working, you can alternatively use your TV’s universal remote control, if it supports this feature.
2. Reset Using the Remote Buttons
If the remote fails to reset the Fire Stick, try inserting a fresh pair of batteries and repeat the steps above.
3. Reset Using Voice Commands
For those with a voice-enabled remote, you can execute a factory reset with specific voice commands.
How to Reset a Fire Stick or TV Without a Remote
If the remote is inaccessible, non-functional, or the Fire Stick/TV isn’t responding, consider these alternative methods:
1. Reset Using the Fire TV Buttons
This method applies only to a Fire TV and not a Fire Stick.
2. Reset Using the Fire TV App
Through the Linked App
This method is feasible only if the app is already paired with the Fire Stick or TV.
Link the Fire TV App Through a Hotspot
Should your Fire Stick or TV have been previously connected to a now inaccessible Wi-Fi network, mimic that network with a mobile hotspot:
3. Use the Reset Button
For Fire devices or TVs with a dedicated reset button, this could be the solution.
4. Reset Through Recovery Mode
On a Fire TV, the Android recovery screen can also be used for resetting:
5. Use a Keyboard or Mouse to Factory Reset the Fire Stick or TV
In absence of TV buttons, a keyboard or mouse may do the trick:
6. Reset Using ADB and TWRP
For those with more technical expertise, ADB or TWRP may be options to consider for resetting the device or TV. However, you need to have previously authorized your PC on the Fire Stick. If you can access the device via a remote, app, or keyboard, utilize those for the reset and forgo ADB.
Reset Through ADB
If developer options, such as ADB debugging, USB debugging, and installation from unknown sources were enabled and the PC already authorized on the Fire device, follow these steps: Warning: Proceed at your own risk. Advanced knowledge is required for these steps, and they may void your warranty if the device is still covered.
Reset Through TWRP Recovery (Advanced Users Only)
We’re hopeful that these instructions have been helpful. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments section below.
