How to factory reset the Oculus Quest 2 VR headset

Wondering how to factory reset the Quest 2 VR headset? This quick guide helps you get your Quest 2 quickly in factory-fresh condition.

There is absolutely no doubt that Meta’s Quest 2 is probably the most affordable and one of the best VR headsets available right now. However, if you’ve been using it for some time, you might want to wipe the slate clean and get the Quest 2 back to its factory settings.

Meta Quest 2 also allows you to install and remove apps, games, and software like any other gadget with internal storage. These applications often leave behind traces and leftover files, which eat up precious storage space.

The best way to deal with this problem is to factory reset Oculus Quest 2 every now and again. This will not only free up space but will also make your older device feel new again.

Ensure you back up any critical data before you refresh your Quest 2.

How to factory reset the Quest 2 via the headset

The easiest way of getting your Quest 2 back to its factory settings is to do it on the humble VR headset itself. We’ve gone through the trouble of doing it all, so you can follow these steps.

1. Turn off the Quest 2

Firstly, you will want to completely turn off your Quest 2. This can be done by holding the button, located on the side of your headset down for two seconds before releasing it. Once the VR headset is completely turned off, you’re safe to move on to the next step, which is a little bit trickier.

2. Enter the boot menu & confirm

To enter the boot menu of the Quest 2, all you need to do is hold down the power and volume down buttons at the same time. This should present you with several options. If the headset boots as normal, switch it off and try again.

From this menu, choose the “Factory Reset” option. Navigate the menu by using the volume buttons, then pressing the power button to confirm your highlighted selection. Once selected, confirm that you do indeed wish to factory reset your headset by highlighting “Yes” and pressing the power button to confirm.

This should begin the process of resetting your headset to make it factory-fresh once more.

How to factory reset the Quest 2 via iOS & Android

You can also reset your Quest 2 remotely by using the Oculus app on iOS or Android. Firstly, you’ll want to head to the “settings” menu on the app. There, ensure that your Quest 2 is connected and select it. Once you’re there, go to “more settings” and select “Factory Reset”.

This does require that you pair your headset with the app ahead of time, so it’s not totally foolproof. Because of this, you might find it easier to just reset the hardware on the headset itself.

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