If you’re experiencing issues with your Meta (Oculus) Quest or Quest 2, or you’re ready to sell or give away your device, it may be necessary to perform a factory reset. This process erases all data and settings on your device, restoring it to its original, out-of-the-box state. Here’s how to factory reset your Meta Quest or Quest 2.

Step 1: Backup Your Data

Before you begin, make sure to back up any important data that you want to keep, such as game saves, videos, and photos. You can use a third-party app like SideQuest to backup your data to your computer. Keep in mind that some apps, such as Beat Saber, have copy protection, and you won’t be able to backup your progress.

Step 2: Set up Your Oculus Account

If you haven’t already, create an Oculus account and set up your Meta Quest or Quest 2. Make sure your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and fully charged.

Step 3: Navigate to Settings

On your Meta Quest or Quest 2, navigate to the Settings menu by selecting the gear icon in the bottom right corner of the home screen.

Step 4: Select Device and Reset Options

Select the “Device” tab, then scroll down and select “Reset.”

Step 5: Choose to Reset All or Just Delete All Data

Choose whether you want to “Reset All” (which will erase all data and settings, including your Oculus account and apps) or “Delete All Data” (which will erase all data but keep your account and apps).

Step 6: Confirm Factory Reset

Confirm that you want to reset your Meta Quest or Quest 2 by selecting “Yes.” Your device will restart and begin the factory reset process.

Step 7: Set up Your Meta Quest or Quest 2

Once the device has reset, you’ll need to set it up again as if it’s brand new. Follow the prompts to create or sign in to your Oculus account, connect to Wi-Fi, and start downloading apps.

That’s it! By performing a factory reset on your Meta Quest or Quest 2, you can troubleshoot any issues or prepare it for a new owner. Just remember to back up any important data beforehand so you don’t lose anything important.