For those wanting to know how to factory reset your PlayStation 4 here are the simple steps to doing so!

Method 1
Method 1 of 2:
Logging Out and Back In

  1. 1
    Sign in to your PlayStation 4 and go to the Settings tab.
  2. 2
    Go to Account Management. Select "Activate as Your Primary PS4" and choose "Deactivate".
  3. 3
    Sign back into your account.
  4. 4
    Go to Initialization under settings, and choose "Initialize PS4".
  5. 5
    Choose "Full" on the Initialize Screen.
    • Your PlayStation 4 should be reset to its factory settings.

Method 2
Method 2 of 2:
Factory Resetting your PS4 from Safe Mode

  1. 1
    Turn off your PlayStation 4 completely. To do this, hold down the power button until you hear two beeps.
  2. 2
    Turn your PlayStation 4 back on, but when doing so, hold the power button until you hear two beeps and it brings up the Safe Mode screen.
  3. 3
    Choose the Reset option.
  4. 4
    Choose "Initialize PS4" if you are not having issues with your software.

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