How To Factory Reset Google Home Mini

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Google Home Mini is a compact and powerful smart speaker that ties into the larger Google ecosystem. It is super functional and easy to use, but like any tech, it can sometimes glitch or need a factory reset. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps on how to factory reset your Google Home Mini.

Why Factory Reset?

Before we jump into the steps, it’s important to understand why you might need to factory reset your Google Home Mini. Common reasons can include selling or giving away the device, troubleshooting technical issues, or simply wanting to start fresh.

Remember, a factory reset will erase all your personalized settings and information. You’ll need to reconfigure the device and reconnect it to your Google account and home network afterward.

Steps to Factory Reset Google Home Mini

Let’s move on to the steps. Please note that these steps are for the original Google Home Mini (1st generation). They may not work with Google Nest Mini (2nd generation) or other Google Home models.

  1. Ensure that the Google Home Mini is plugged in and powered on.
  2. Find the factory reset button. On the Google Home Mini, this is a small, circular button located on the underside of the device, near the power cord.
  3. Press and hold the factory reset button. After about five seconds, your Google Home Mini will start to play a sound and the lights on top of the device will light up.
  4. Continue to hold the button until you hear a chime sound. This should take about 10 to 15 seconds.
  5. Your Google Home Mini will now reboot and begin the factory reset process. Do not unplug the device during this process.
  6. After the factory reset is complete, you can set up your Google Home Mini as if it were new.

Note

Do not use the Google Home app to reset your device. The app allows you to unlink the Google Home Mini from your Google Account but it doesn’t erase your settings and personal data from the device.

Conclusion

And that’s it! Now you know how to factory reset your Google Home Mini. Remember to only use this as a last resort if your device isn’t working as it should, or if you’re planning on giving it away or selling it. If you have any questions or issues, feel free to reach out in the comments below!