This article explains how to factory reset a Google Home, Google Home Mini, Google Home Max, and Google Nest Mini. It also provides information on when and why you should reset these types of devices, and when you shouldn't try it at all.

The Google Home doesn’t have a dedicated factory reset button. Instead, it uses the microphone mute button on the back of the device for this purpose. Just like with the Home Mini, press and hold the button for 12-15 seconds. You’ll hear the Assistant confirm that the device is being reset; you can then release the button.

You can usually reset the device and return it to the way it was out of the box by pressing and holding the Factory Data Reset (FDR) button. A Factory Data Reset erases all data stored on the device, including settings and personal information.

It takes less than a minute to factory reset Google Home if you follow these steps: