Factory Reset Amazon Echo Dot

Introduction

In this quick tutorial, we're going to guide you through the steps to factory reset your Amazon Echo Dot. With the device plugged in, follow these instructions to reset it effectively.

Step-by-step Guide

1. Locate the Action Button

   • Ensure your Echo Dot is plugged in.
   • Find the action button on your device. This is usually a single button with a dot in the middle.

2. Initiate the Reset

   • Hold the action button for 20 seconds.
   • You'll hear a few prompts during this process, but continue to hold the button.

3. Wait for Reset Prompt

   • The first prompt you might hear is "In setup mode." Ignore this and continue to hold the button.
   • Hold until you hear "resetting your device."

4. Complete the Reset Process

   • The entire reset process should take about a minute.
   • Wait for the blue light to come back on, followed by the orange light.
   • Once you see these lights, your Echo Dot is back into the setup mode and is successfully reset.

Follow these steps accurately to ensure your Echo Dot is reset to its factory settings, ready for a fresh setup.