Smartphone users are advised to reset network settings when they experience an issue with their WiFi, Bluetooth, or cellular network. Instead of intensively diagnosing the specific issue, performing a network reset restores the network setting on your smartphone back to their factory settings. It is a quick and easy way of regaining network functionality without wasting too much time patching the issue. Users often wonder what parts of their phone are affected by network settings reset, and if their data is at risk of deletion. So, in this article, we’ll explain what exactly happens when you reset network settings on an Android smartphone.
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Here’s what happens when you reset network settings on an Android Smartphone
Once you reset network settings on your Android smartphone, your WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular settings will be reset to factory settings.
WiFi
All the saved WiFi networks and passwords will be removed from your phone. You will have to manually connect to previously saved WiFi networks and re-enter the passwords.
Bluetooth
All your Bluetooth connections will be removed as well. This includes all Bluetooth-paired devices such as speakers, headphones, Android Auto etc. Once the reset is performed, you will have to re-pair these devices to your smartphone.
VPN
Your VPN settings will be reset as well. This includes the server name, password, local history, and preferences.
Cellular Services
Your cellular network settings will be reset to default. You will have to select your preferred network type (2G, 3G, 4G) again. Cellular services like phone calls and SMS will not be affected.
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You will not lose any personal data (photos, videos, contacts, files) from your smartphone on performing a network settings reset. Even your hotspot settings will remain unaffected. You can choose to reset network settings when you face any issue with the WiFi or cellular network. If you do not want to reset network settings, you can reboot your phone or turn the Airplane mode on and off.
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