Hard Reset via Recovery — vivo Y20
Optimized for Y20 (Android 10, Funtouch 10.5)
Factory Reset from Settings — vivo Y20
Optimized for Y20 (Android 10, Funtouch 10.5)
Enter Recovery Mode — vivo Y20
Optimized for Y20 (Android 10, Funtouch 10.5)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — vivo Y20
Optimized for Y20 (Android 10, Funtouch 10.5)
Why reset your vivo Y20?
A hard reset on the vivo Y20 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 Y20?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the vivo Y20 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the vivo Y20 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 Y20?
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 Y20?
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.
Does my vivo Y20 have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the vivo Y20 uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.
Can I factory reset my vivo Y20 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 Y20?
Use the Hard Reset method above if your vivo Y20 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.