Resetting an old iphone

I have an old iPhone 6 which I want to clear all data from. How do I do this and will it affect my new iPhone 8

iPhone 6s, iOS 11

Posted on Apr 3, 2019 8:46 AM

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Posted on Apr 3, 2019 8:49 AM

Erase the phone using the process described here (ignore the bit about the passcode):

If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple Support

This will not affect any other device.

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Apr 3, 2019 8:49 AM in response to Crazycakelady

Erase the phone using the process described here (ignore the bit about the passcode):

If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple Support

This will not affect any other device.

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