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Reset firestick back to factory settings
Occasionally your device can get your firestick can get really jammed up with old apps and data that can become corrupted. It may be necessary to reset your firestick. Follow the directions below to do this.
To reset a Firestick back to factory settings, navigate to Settings on your device, then select My Fire TV (or similar depending on your model), and finally choose Reset to Factory Defaults; you can also initiate a reset by simultaneously holding down the Back button and the right directional button on your remote for about 10 seconds.
Key points to remember:
Accessing settings: Go to “Settings” on your Firestick.
Selecting the reset option: Navigate to “My Fire TV” and then choose “Reset to Factory Defaults”.
Alternative reset method: Press and hold the “Back” button and the right directional button on your remote simultaneously for about 10 seconds.
Important consideration: Performing a factory reset will erase all downloaded apps and settings, so make sure to back up any important data before proceeding