How to Reset Vizio TV to Factory Settings ?

Whether your Vizio TV is acting up, freezing, not connecting to Wi-Fi, or you just want to erase all personal data before selling it — a factory reset can help solve many common issues. Resetting your Vizio TV returns it to the original settings it had when you first took it out of the box. 

When Should You Factory Reset Your Vizio TV?

You might want to reset your TV if:

• The TV is freezing, lagging, or acting abnormally

• Network/Wi-Fi issues keep occurring

• You're selling or giving away your TV

• Installed apps aren’t working correctly

• You want to start fresh with default settings

How to Reset Vizio TV Using the Remote (Standard Method)

This is the easiest and most common method.

1. Turn on your Vizio TV.
   
   

2. Press the Menu button on your remote.
   
   

3. Navigate to System using arrow keys.
   
   

4. Scroll down and select Reset & Admin.
   
   

5. Choose Reset TV to Factory Defaults.
   
   

6. Enter your parental control PIN (default is 0000 if not changed).
   
   

7. Confirm the reset and wait for your TV to restart.

How to Reset Vizio TV Without Remote

Option 1: Use the TV’s Physical Buttons

1. Locate the physical buttons on the back or side of your Vizio TV.

2. With the TV powered on, press and hold both the Volume Down and Input buttons together for about 10–15 seconds.

3. A reset prompt will appear — follow the instructions on screen to confirm.
   
   

Option 2: Use the Vizio SmartCast Mobile App

1. Download the Vizio SmartCast app on your smartphone (Android/iOS).

2. Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV.

3. Pair the TV inside the app and use your phone as a remote.

4. Then follow the Menu > System > Reset & Admin > Reset TV path as shown above.

Advantages of Factory Reset

• Fixes most software glitches

• Clears temporary bugs and slow performance

• Helps when switching owners

• Refreshes your SmartCast system

• Great for troubleshooting app or network errors

FAQs

Q1: Will a factory reset delete all my data and apps?

A: Yes, a factory reset will erase all installed apps, saved settings, Wi-Fi networks, and account logins. Your TV will return to its original state.

Q2: What is the default PIN for resetting a Vizio TV?

A: The default PIN is usually 0000, unless you’ve changed it manually in the parental control settings.

Q3: Can I reset my Vizio TV without a remote?

A: Yes, you can use the physical buttons on the TV or the Vizio SmartCast app on your smartphone as a remote to perform the reset.

Q4: Will a factory reset fix software or SmartCast issues?

A: In most cases, yes. A reset can resolve freezing, lagging, SmartCast problems, and other software-related errors.

Final Thoughts

Resetting your Vizio TV to factory settings is a simple and effective way to fix problems or wipe your data. Whether you have the remote or not, Vizio provides multiple ways to complete the process.