The Apple Watch can be reset using one of two techniques.One is designated for iPhone users, and the other is for non-users. Here's how to reset an Apple Watch if you have an iPhone. This procedure erases all of your data and settings, effectively performing a hard reset. The Apple Watch's Activation Lock feature will remain active during this process.

Resetting an Apple Watch with an iPhone

If you still have the iPhone that is paired with your Apple Watch, follow the steps below to remove its content and settings, as well as the Activation Lock. This will prepare the smartwatch for giving away, selling, or turning off once the process is complete.

1 . To begin, launch the Apple Watch application on your iPhone.

2 . Select "All Watches" located in the upper-right corner of the "My Watch" menu.

3 . To reset the Apple Watch, tap the 'i' icon next to the device.

4 . At the bottom of the page, select the "Unpair Apple Watch" option.

5 . The Apple Watch will ask you to decide whether to keep or cancel your mobile data service if you own a GPS + Cellular model. Hold it if you intend to pair your iPhone and Apple Watch once more. If not, take it off and, if you don't intend to pair a new watch or iPhone, call your network provider to deactivate it.

6 . After entering your Apple ID password to deactivate Activation Lock, you can finish the process by selecting "Unpair."

Note: The iPhone will make a backup before erasing all of your data from the Apple Watch. This is useful for configuring a new Apple Watch.

Resetting an Apple Watch without an iPhone

To reset the Apple Watch without an iPhone, navigate to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Before continuing, you will be asked to enter a passcode if you have one set up. owners of GPS + Cellular model will need to decide how to use their plan, just as in the previous steps. Once more, be careful to retain it if you wish to sync your iPhone and Apple Watch together. If not, take it out.After that, all you have to do is press "Erase All" to confirm your selection.