iPhone Stuck After Reset All Settings? Try These Fixes!

Resetting all settings on an iOS device is a common way to resolve various issues, and it usually works. However, sometimes the device can get stuck after resetting, leaving you unsure if the original problem is fixed while facing a new one.

This issue can manifest in several ways: your device might get stuck on the Apple logo, or it could become completely unresponsive. Regardless of the symptom, here are some solutions for an iPhone that gets stuck after resetting the settings.

What Does Reset All Settings Do on iPhone?

By resetting all settings on your iPhone ( Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings), the following settings will be reset to defaults:

• Network settings
• The keyboard and dictionary
• The Home Screen layout
• Privacy settings
• Location settings
• Apple Pay cards

How Long Does It Take to Reset all Settings?

The process of resetting all settings should take only a few minutes since there's nothing to download from the web. If it takes longer, or the device gets stuck on the Apple logo, try the following solutions:

Force Restart Your iPhone

A force restart can refresh the device's memory and close any rogue apps that might be interfering with the system and cause your iPhone stuck after resetting all settings.

iPhone 8 or Later:

• Press and release the Volume Up button.
• Press and release the Volume Down button.
• Then press and hold the Power/Side button until the Apple logo appears.

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus:

• Press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons together for at least 7 seconds or until the Apple logo appears.

iPhone 6 and Earlier Models:

• Press and hold the Home and Power buttons at the same time for about 10 seconds or until the Apple logo appears.

Troubleshoot iPhone Stuck After Reset All Settings After iPhone Restarts

Once your iPhone reboots after a force restart, try these troubleshooting steps before resetting all settings on your device again.

Quit and Reopen the Settings App

Swipe up from the bottom of the screen or quickly double-press the Home button to access the App Switcher. Drag the Settings app card all the way up to force close it.

Delete Freezing Apps

If your iPhone freezes while using certain apps, delete those apps before attempting to reset your settings again.

Free Up Storage Space

Ensure you have enough free storage for your iPhone to run smoothly. To free up storage space:

1. Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
2. You will see a list of recommendations for freeing up space, like offloading unused apps or optimizing photos, and a list of apps with their space usage.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to create more storage by removing unnecessary apps, photos, music, videos, etc.

Check for Software Updates

Frequent freezing issues may be resolved by checking for and installing any pending updates. Apple often releases updates to fix bugs and glitches.

1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
2. If an update is available, you can download and install it right away.

iPhone Still Stuck Even After Force Restarting?

Use an iOS System Repair Tool

If a force restart doesn't work for the iPhone stuck on resettins all settings issue, use an iOS system repair program like TinyFix. This tool can fix most common iOS errors such as iPhone frozen, stuck on black screen or Apple logo, not turning on,etc without affecting your data. Here's how to use it:

Step 1: Download and install the program on to your computer. Launch the program.

Step 2: Connect the iPhone to the computer using USB/lightning cable.

Step 3: When the program detects the device, click on "iOS System Repair" and then select "Standard Repair."

Step 4: You will then be prompted to download the latest firmware package to repair the device. Once the download is complete, click on "Fix Now" and keep the device connected until the process is complete.

Your iPhone will restart and you should be able to continue using it as normal.

Perform a Recovery Mode Restore

Another way to fix a device that is stuck after resetting all settings even you force restart iPhone is to restore it in iTunes. You will need to connect the device to your computer and open iTunes/Finder.

Once iTunes/Finder detects the device, enter recovery mode to allow iTunes/Finder to repair any corrupt system files that may be causing the device to remain stuck. Here's how to enter recovery mode on your device model:

iPhone 8 or later models: Press and release the Volume Up button, press and release the Volume Down button, and then press and hold the Side/Power button until you see the Recovery Mode screen.

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold the Power and the Volume Down buttons at the same time. Continue to hold both buttons until the Recovery Mode screen appears.

iPhone 6 and earlier models: Press and hold the Home and the Power buttons at the same time. Do not release them until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.

Once the device is successfully in recovery mode, you can follow the on-screen prompts in iTunes/Finder to repair and restore the device.

Restore your iPhone in iTunes via DFU Mode

If recovery mode doesn't work, you can try putting the device in DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode. This is often the last resort as it is used to fix the most stubborn system errors that can corrupt the iOS system.

Here's how to put your iPhone model in DFU Mode:

iPhone 6S and earlier Models:

1. Connect the iPhone to the computer using its original lightning cable.
2. Hold down both the Home and the Power buttons for about 8 seconds.
3. Release the Power button after 8 seconds, but continue to hold down the Home button until the screen goes black.
4. iTunes will detect the device. Follow the on-screen prompts to restore the device.

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus:

1. Connect the iPhone to the computer.
2. Hold down the Power and the Volume Down buttons at the same time for about 8 seconds.
3. After 8 seconds, release the Side button, but continue to hold the Volume Down button until the screen goes black.
4. Once iTunes detects the connected device, follow the on-screen instructions to restore the device in DFU mode.

iPhone 8, 8 Plus and Later Models:

1. Connect the device to the computer using its lightning cable.
2. Press and release the Volume Up button, then press and release the Volume Down button.
3. Press and hold the Side button until the screen goes black, then hold down the Side button and the Volume Down button for 5 seconds.
4. Release the Side button after 5 seconds, but continue to hold down the Volume Down button until the screen goes black.
5. In iTunes, follow the on-screen prompts to restore the device.

Please Note: If you see any logo when holding down the specific buttons, then you have held the buttons for too long and need to start the process over. You will only know that you have successfully entered DFU Mode if the screen goes black completely.

Is Your iPhone Still Stuck?

If your device is still stuck even after trying all the solutions outlined above, then it likely has more than just a software problem. You should consider bringing your iPhone to the nearest Apple Store for further assistance and repair options.

Usually, when a device gets stuck soon after resetting the settings, the culprit is a software issue. The solutions above should help you resolve the problem. However, if the device recently suffered liquid damage or any other kind of hardware damage, it is best to have an Apple technician examine it.