Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo Y12s 2021
Optimized for Y12s 2021 (Android 11, Funtouch 11)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo Y12s 2021
Optimized for Y12s 2021 (Android 11, Funtouch 11)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo Y12s 2021
Optimized for Y12s 2021 (Android 11, Funtouch 11)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo Y12s 2021
Optimized for Y12s 2021 (Android 11, Funtouch 11)
Why reset your vivo Y12s 2021?
A hard reset on the vivo Y12s 2021 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 Y12s 2021?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo Y12s 2021 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo Y12s 2021 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 Y12s 2021?
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 Y12s 2021?
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 Y12s 2021?
"Formatting" and "factory resetting" mean the same thing for the vivo Y12s 2021 — both erase all data and restore default settings. Use whichever method above matches your situation.
Can I factory reset my vivo Y12s 2021 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.
Does my vivo Y12s 2021 have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the vivo Y12s 2021 uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.