Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo V11 (V11 Pro)
Optimized for V11 (V11 Pro) (Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 6.1)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo V11 (V11 Pro)
Optimized for V11 (V11 Pro) (Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 6.1)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo V11 (V11 Pro)
Optimized for V11 (V11 Pro) (Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 6.1)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo V11 (V11 Pro)
Optimized for V11 (V11 Pro) (Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 6.1)
Why reset your vivo V11 (V11 Pro)?
A hard reset on the vivo V11 (V11 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 V11 (V11 Pro)?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo V11 (V11 Pro) to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo V11 (V11 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 V11 (V11 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 V11 (V11 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 V11 (V11 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 V11 (V11 Pro)?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo V11 (V11 Pro) — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.
Does my vivo V11 (V11 Pro) have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the vivo V11 (V11 Pro) uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.