72 Backup and ResetSettingsFactory Data ResetReturn your device to its factory defaults.Factory Reset ProtectionAdding a Google account to your deviceautomatically enables the Factory Reset Protection(FRP) security feature.FRP prevents other people from using your device ifit is reset to factory settings without your permission.For example, if your device is lost or stolen, onlysomeone with your Google account can perform afactory data reset and use the device.When a device is factory reset, the device will notbe able to be setup without the user entering theGoogle Account associated with the device.Caution: You should remove your Google Accountbefore shipping your device to Samsung or any otherservice provider for service and before resetting thedevice to factory settings.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Settings.2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.3. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts toperform the reset.Warning: This action permanently erases ALL datafrom the device, including Google or other accountsettings, system and application data and settings,downloaded applications, as well as your music,photos, videos, and other files.