How to Factory Reset a PlayStation 4 (PS4)
Factory resetting your PS4 wipes off everything you've stored on your console and resets all your settings to the factory defaults. If this is what you want to do, you've come to the right place.
There are many reasons to reset your PlayStation 4. Maybe you're experiencing an issue with your console and think resetting it should fix the issue. Or, you are planning to get the latest PS5, and you want to erase your PS4 before you sell or give it away to someone.
Either way, the following guide should help you reset your PlayStation 4 to the factory settings.
Factory Reset a PS4 When It's Bootable
If you don't have a boot issue with your PS4 and your console turns on just fine, you can reset your console using one of the options in the settings.
Here's what you need to do to wipe and reset a PS4.
1. Deactivate Your Account on Your PS4
The first thing to do is to deactivate your account on your console. Doing this removes the ability to play your downloaded games on this console and helps avoid sign-in issues at other places where you use your account. Read More...