Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Optimized for iQOO 12 Pro (Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China))
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Optimized for iQOO 12 Pro (Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China))
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Optimized for iQOO 12 Pro (Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China))
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Optimized for iQOO 12 Pro (Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China))
Why reset your vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
A hard reset on the vivo iQOO 12 Pro fixes boot loops, forgotten PINs and persistent lag. The method above will wipe the device back to factory condition. Always back up your data first, as a reset cannot be undone.
Frequently asked questions
Will a hard reset delete everything on my vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo iQOO 12 Pro to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo iQOO 12 Pro remove the SIM lock or carrier lock?
No. A hard or factory reset only clears data and settings — it doesn't remove a carrier/SIM lock, which is tied to the device's IMEI at the network level. You'd need to contact your carrier for an unlock.
How long does a factory reset take on the vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
Typically a few minutes, though it can take longer on older or heavily used devices as more stored data has to be wiped.
Will I need my Google account password after resetting the vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
Yes, if Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is enabled. Android (and HarmonyOS 2.x devices with Google services) will ask for the last signed-in Google account after a reset — make sure you know that password first.
Can I factory reset my vivo iQOO 12 Pro without the password?
Yes — resetting through recovery mode doesn't require your lock screen password, since it bypasses the login screen entirely. That said, Factory Reset Protection may still ask for your Google account credentials afterward as an anti-theft measure.
How do I format my vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo iQOO 12 Pro — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.
What is recovery mode on my vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
Recovery mode is a stripped-down menu outside the normal operating system, used to wipe data or apply updates when the vivo iQOO 12 Pro won't boot normally. See the Enter Recovery Mode section above for how to reach it on this device.