What to do before selling a HomePod to delete your data

Make sure you sell your HomePod in good condition by making these reset adjustments and other important details

Have you decided to sell your HomePod or HomePod mini? We don’t blame you, there could be many reasons but since you have decided to take this important step There are two important steps you need to take into account so that the new user can properly take possession of the device. Remember that all Apple devices, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, AirPods, Vision Pro, among others, They are linked to the Apple ID to work. Let’s see what you need to do for a proper business transition.

Reset HomePod to remove smart speaker preferences

1. With HomePod turned on and connected to Wi-Fi, check that your iPhone is on the same network
2. Open the Home app and in the Home section, tap HomePod
3. Tap the Settings icon at the bottom right
4. Scroll to the end and Tap Reset HomePod
5. Select Remove Accessory then click Delete to confirm the decision

Reset HomePod from iPhone

You must be near the HomePod to reset it. A rotating white light will appear, When the light disappears, it will indicate that the HomePod is already reset. If the white light does not appear, unplug HomePod for 10 seconds, then plug it back in.

1. Wait 10 seconds again, then press and hold the top of the speaker with one finger
2. Now the rotating white light will appear, keep pressing with your finger
3. Siri will notify you that the HomePod will be reset, lift your finger once 3 tones are heard.

If you can’t do this, you’ll need to use your Mac to restart it (HomePod mini only).

1. Connect HomePod with a USB-C cable
2. Open Finder window or if you are using Windows PC then you need to use Apple devices or iTunes app.
3. Select HomePod when it appears on your computer
4. Click Restore HomePod

Remove HomePod from your Apple ID

1. Open it Settings app on your iPhone
2. Tap your name to access your Apple ID
3. Scroll and Click on the HomePod you are going to sell
4. Press on Remove from account and confirm the decision

Remove HomePod from Apple ID

Clean and place the HomePod in its case

For this step, you won’t need any of your devices. However, It’s a good detail for the user who will relaunch the HomePod Feel these Apple details like you did the first time you discovered the smart speaker.. To ensure it is delivered clean, especially in the white and yellow models, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the HomePod mesh.

If you notice dirt that is difficult to remove, you can dampen the cloth very lightly. Be careful not to let water droplets enter the mesh of the device. Avoid using cleaning fluids such as window cleaner, compressed air or other household fluids..

The HomePod mini, one of the smallest speakers on the market

Once clean, you can store it in its box.. In HomePod mini, don’t forget the 20W USB-C power adapter and in the case of original HomePods, place the power cable correctly. Oddly enough, in the second generation it can be removed, so housing will be more comfortable.