How to Reset Google Pixel Watch 4
The Pixel Watch 4 supports soft reset (restart) for minor issues and factory reset for complete restoration.
Soft Reset (Restart)
Use for frozen screen, app crashes, connectivity issues, or slow performance. No data loss.
Method 1 - Button: Press and hold side crown for 10-15 seconds until Google logo appears.
Method 2 - Settings:
Settings System Restart Confirm
After restart, all apps, settings, and data remain intact.
Factory Reset
Erases all data, returns watch to original state. Use for:
- Selling or giving away watch
- Persistent software issues
- Pairing with different phone
- Before repair service
Before Factory Reset
Automatically Backed Up:
Fitbithealth data (syncs to cloud)- Google Account data (contacts, calendar)
Gemini AIpreferences
Not Backed Up:
- Downloaded music
- Watch face customizations
- Third-party app data
Factory Reset Methods
Method 1 - Settings:
Settings System Disconnect & reset Confirm
Method 2 - Phone App:
Pixel Watch app Settings Unpair watch (triggers reset)
Method 3 - Force Reset (Unresponsive): Hold side button for 30 seconds continuously until Google logo appears.
After Factory Reset
- Watch shows language selection
- Pair with phone using
Pixel Watchapp - Sign in to Google and
Fitbitaccounts - Health data syncs from cloud (5-10 minutes)
- Re-download apps, reconfigure settings
Special Considerations
Repairability System: Factory reset recommended after battery replacement to recalibrate power management.
Satellite SOS: Re-verify emergency contacts after reset.
LTE Model: Contact carrier for eSIM reactivation after reset.
Troubleshooting Reset Issues
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Reset Won't Complete: Keep on charger, wait 10 minutes, try force reset.
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Can't Access Settings: Use phone app to unpair, or force reset.
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Watch Keeps Resetting: Update software, contact Google support for hardware diagnosis.
Before Selling
Unpair from phone app, factory reset from watch, verify setup screen appears, remove from Google Account at myaccount.google.com.
See Also: How to Turn On|How to Pair|Repairability System