A factory reset will reset the Chromecast device to its default factory settings. Note: This action will clear your data and can't be undone.


Chromecast with Google TV
Chromecast (2nd gen), Chromecast (3rd gen) or Chromecast Ultra
Chromecast (1st gen)
You can perform a factory reset on your Chromecast by using one of the following methods:
With the Chromecast Voice Remote
- At the upper right of your TV screen, select your profile
Settings
.
- Select System
About
Factory Reset.
From the Chromecast device
- While the Chromecast is plugged into the TV and powered on, press and hold the button on the back of the Chromecast. The LED should start to blink yellow.
- When the LED light turns solid white, release the button and the Chromecast will then reset.
From the Google Home app
Note: This option is only available if you still have access to the network that your Chromecast was set up on.
- Open the Google Home app
.
- Tap your device's tile.
- At the top right, tap Settings
More
Factory reset
Factory reset.
From the Chromecast device
While the Chromecast is plugged into the TV and powered, hold down the button on the side of the Chromecast. The LED should begin to blink orange. When the LED light turns solid white, release the button and the Chromecast should then restart.
From the Google Home app
Note: This option is only available if you still have access to the network that your Chromecast was set up on.
- Open the Google Home app
.
- Tap your device's tile.
- At the top right, tap Settings
More
Factory reset
Factory reset.
From the Chromecast device
- While the Chromecast is plugged into the TV and powered, hold down the button on the Chromecast device for at least 25 seconds or until the solid LED light flashes red.
- Once the LED light blinks white and the TV goes blank, release the button. The device should then restart.