Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo V21s
Optimized for V21s (Android 12, Funtouch 12)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo V21s
Optimized for V21s (Android 12, Funtouch 12)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo V21s
Optimized for V21s (Android 12, Funtouch 12)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo V21s
Optimized for V21s (Android 12, Funtouch 12)
Why reset your vivo V21s?
A hard reset on the vivo V21s 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 V21s?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo V21s to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo V21s 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 V21s?
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 V21s?
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 reset my vivo V21s?
Use the Hard Reset method above if your vivo V21s 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.
Does my vivo V21s have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the vivo V21s uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.
What is recovery mode on my vivo V21s?
Recovery mode is a stripped-down menu outside the normal operating system, used to wipe data or apply updates when the vivo V21s won't boot normally. See the Enter Recovery Mode section above for how to reach it on this device.