Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo V1
Optimized for V1 (Android 5.0 (Lollipop), Funtouch 2.1)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo V1
Optimized for V1 (Android 5.0 (Lollipop), Funtouch 2.1)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo V1
Optimized for V1 (Android 5.0 (Lollipop), Funtouch 2.1)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo V1
Optimized for V1 (Android 5.0 (Lollipop), Funtouch 2.1)
Why reset your vivo V1?
A hard reset on the vivo V1 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 V1?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo V1 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo V1 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 V1?
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 V1?
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.
How do I format my vivo V1?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo V1 — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.
Can I factory reset my vivo V1 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 reset my vivo V1?
Use the Hard Reset method above if your vivo V1 is frozen or won't respond, or the Factory Reset method if the screen still works normally — both are covered step by step on this page.