What is a DRM Reset?

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You’re likely here because you want to know more about DRM resets. Well you’re in luck, as this post reveals everything there is to know about the option that is found in your phone settings. Without further ado, let’s dive in!

What is a DRM Reset?

DRM is short for Digital Rights Management. It is a license that allows your phone to securely distribute and download digital content. Before you can access any digital content, an active DRM license is needed on your smart phone. You were probably not aware of this as DRMs are usually automatically activated when the digital material is downloaded.

Now that we understand what a DRM is, it is easy to understand that a DRM reset is when you delete the DRM licenses that are currently active on your device. A DRM reset (and factory reset) should be conducted when it comes to selling your phone.

DRM Reset VS Factory Reset

So, what is the difference between DRM reset and factory reset? A factory reset deletes your DRM licence, but also deletes almost everything else on your smartphone, including apps and data. A DRM reset will only delete the DRM license on your smartphone, leaving the rest of your files as they are.

What Happens After a DRM Reset?

There are a few things to know before conducting a DRM reset on your smartphone. Firstly, you won’t be able to access your digital downloads. You will include your favourite apps!

But it’s not the end of the world; you will just need to download the apps again for full access. Typically, the only reason to conduct a DRM reset is to protect your personal data when you want to sell your phone or gift it to someone.

How to Perform a DRM Reset on an iPhone:

  1. Go to “Settings”
  2. Go to “General”
  3. Go to “Reset”
  4. Click on “DRM Reset”
  5. Click “OK” when asked to continue

How to Perform a DRM Reset on a Samsung:

  1. Go to “Settings”
  2. Go to “General Management”
  3. Go to “Reset”
  4. Click on “DRM Reset”
  5. Click”Reset”

How to Perform a DRM Reset on an Android:

  1. Go to “Settings”
  2. Go to “Back Up & Reset”
  3. Click “DRM Reset”
  4. Click “OK” when asked to continue

Conclusion

To sum up, a DRM reset deletes all DRM licences on your phone. This will remove your phones right to access the digital products downloaded onto your phone. After conducting a DRM reset, all apps must be re-downloaded.