Does the SIM card have to be in the phone when doing a factory reset?

It shouldn’t matter. The SIM card is just your authorization to use a particular phone network. It has nothing to do with how the phone itself works or what info/settings are on it.

Does factory reset affect phone service?

No, factory resetting the phone doesn’t affect the billing of your monthly service plan.

Should I remove the SIM card before doing a factory reset?

Absolutely not. Once the reset is conplete the phone will follow the routine as if you have just inserted the SIM for the first time and step you through for setting up your phone. If you are really concerned you can remove the SIm before resetting and replace it back once the “factory reset” routine is completed.

Should I remove SIM card before or after factory reset?

HIGHLIGHTS

1. First of all, you should manually remove every account that you have signed in with.
2. Then, remove any MicroSD card and your SIM card from the device.
3. It is important that you give your old Android phone a proper factory reset before selling or trading it.

What causes SIM failure?

Some possible causes could be that you didn’t insert the SIM card correctly or your Android device is experiencing a software issue. Whatever the reason, a solution needs to be found quickly when your phone says: “No SIM card detected.”

Do I need to remove my SIM card before doing a factory reset?

Step 1: Remove the SIM card and SD card. Your SIM card connects you to the service provider, and your SD card contains photos and other bits of personal information. Remove them both before you sell your phone.

What is the difference between a hard reset and a factory reset?

The two terms factory and hard reset are associated with settings. A factory reset relates to the rebooting of the entire system, while hard resets relates to the resetting of any hardware in the system.