Q&A for How to Reset a Kindle Fire

Unfortunately, you probably can't. It sounds like they were permanently deleted from your device. If you shared them on an app, you may be able to get them back from there.

If you had registered your device, your apps should be on your cloud. If not, you would have to go back to the app store and re download them from there.

Look through the instruction manual, or look up the number call it and it will allow you to reset it through email.

Yes, if you save progress through cloud, and if you back up your Kindle by plugging it into a computer and downloading the data to the computer.

Try restarting the device, then press and hold the power button for 40 seconds. Make sure it's charged. If that doesn't work, I highly suggest contacting Kindle Customer Care.

I have a Kindle Fire, and you first have to reset the Kindle by shutting it off at first. If that does not work, then you would have to ask Amazon to reset your Kindle.

No, they will not, you will need to either put them on the cloud and then redownload them, or put them on a USB.

Try power cycling your router for 30 seconds and hard restart kindle, press and hold the power button for 40 seconds.

Hold down the "On" button until the screen turns black. Wait a few moments, then hold the button until it turns back on.

After getting your password wrong a few times, it will come up with an option to reset your password. Just click on that and follow the steps to reset it.

If your Kindle Fire froze while unlocking, try restarting it by holding the power button for 40 seconds. If it doesn't restart, charge it for 15 minutes and try again. If it remains frozen, perform a hard reset by holding the power and volume down buttons until the screen goes black, then turn it back on. If these steps don't work, contact Amazon support.

If a Prime book appears in your library but won’t download, try ensuring your Kindle Fire is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network. Sync your Kindle by going to Settings and selecting Sync My Kindle. Restart your device by holding the power button for about 40 seconds. Check your Amazon account to confirm your Prime membership is active. If the issue persists, remove the book from your library and re-add it from the Prime catalog. If none of these work, contact Amazon support for assistance.

If your Kindle Fire has low storage, go to *Settings > Storage* to see what's taking up space. Uninstall unused apps by long-pressing them and selecting "Uninstall." Clear app data via *Settings > Apps & Notifications* to free up space without deleting apps. Remove old files in the *Docs* or *Downloads* app. For books, music, or videos saved to your Amazon account, delete them from the device as you can re-download them later. If possible, use an SD card and move files or apps there via *Settings > Storage*.

If your Kindle screen is stuck in landscape and only uses part of the screen: 1. Swipe down and enable Auto-Rotate or adjust the screen orientation. 2. Restart your Kindle by holding the power button for 40 seconds. 3. Check display settings in Settings for any adjustments. 4. Update your Kindle in Settings under Device Options and System Updates. If it doesn’t work, back up your data and reset the Kindle, or contact Amazon support.

If you re-register your Kindle Fire, you won’t lose your Amazon credit from gift certificates. The credit is linked to your Amazon account, not the device. Once you re-register the device with your Amazon account, the credit will still be available. Just log in with the same Amazon account you used to receive the credit.

To delete books, go to your Kindle library, tap and hold the book, and choose "Remove from Device" to delete it but keep it in your Amazon account. To reset the tap setting, go to Settings > Accessibility and change the tap sensitivity from two taps to one. To adjust screen timeout, go to Settings > Device Options > Screen Timeout and choose your preferred time before the screen turns off.

Restart it by holding the power button for 10 or 20 seconds. If that doesn’t work, you can try a factory reset (Settings > Device Options > Reset). If there’s physical damage, you may need a repair or replacement. If the issue persists, contact Amazon support.

If you keep getting "link not found" on your Kindle, try these steps before resetting: 1. Ensure your Kindle is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network. 2. Restart your Kindle by holding the power button for 40 seconds. 3. Sync your Kindle by going to Settings and selecting Sync My Kindle. If the problem continues, a factory reset may help. Back up your data first, then go to Settings > Device Options > Reset to Factory Defaults. If this doesn’t fix it, contact Amazon support.

The Kindle charging cord has either a micro-USB connector (for older models) or a USB-C connector (for newer models). The other end has a standard USB-A connector for plugging into a power adapter or computer. The cord is usually thin and black or white.

Resetting your Kindle 2 to factory settings will not affect your Kindle 3, as each device operates independently. After resetting your Kindle 2, sign in with the same Amazon account, and you should be able to download your purchased content from the Cloud.

Hold the power button for 40 seconds to restart. If that doesn't help, charge it for an hour, then restart again. You can enter recovery mode by holding Power and Volume Up; select Reboot System Now. If needed, choose Wipe Data/Factory Reset in recovery mode. If it still doesn’t work, contact Amazon Support.

Visit Amazon's website and click "Forgot your password?" to reset it. Check your email for a confirmation from Amazon. On your Kindle Oasis, go to Settings, select "My Account," and sign in again if needed. If you still can't find it, contact Amazon support for help.

Try these steps: Hold the power button for about 40 seconds until the screen goes blank and the device restarts. If it doesn’t restart, connect it to a charger for at least an hour and try holding the power button again. If the issue persists, access recovery mode by holding the Power and Volume Up buttons until the recovery menu appears, then select "Reboot System Now." If none of these work, contact Amazon support for further assistance.

To enable airplane mode on your Kindle Fire, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick Settings menu, tap the Airplane Mode icon, and this will disable all wireless connections. To turn it off, tap the icon again.

Try these steps: 1. Force restart by holding the power button for 40 seconds until the device restarts. 2. Charge fully by connecting the Kindle to a charger for at least an hour, then attempt restarting it. 3. Enter recovery mode by holding the Power and Volume Up buttons simultaneously until the recovery menu appears. Select Wipe Cache Partition, then Factory Reset, and finally Reboot System Now. 4. Check your charger and cable, as faulty power supplies can cause boot issues. Use an original or reliable charger. 5. If none of these steps work, contact Amazon support for repair or replacement options.

Go to the Microsoft Account Recovery page on another device. Select "I forgot my password" and follow the instructions. Enter your Hotmail email address and verify your identity using a recovery email, phone number, or security questions. Reset your password and create a new one. then update the new password on your Kindle or email app to regain access. If you can’t recover it, contact Microsoft Support for help.

Go to Settings, select My Account or Registration, and deregister if it's registered to someone else. Then sign in with your Amazon account credentials. If you encounter issues, make sure you're using the correct Amazon account or contact Amazon support.

If your home button is missing and you can’t switch apps without restarting your Kindle Fire, try restarting your tablet by holding the power button for 40 seconds. Check for system updates in Settings, Device Options, and look for System Updates to install any available updates. Reset the launcher by going to Settings, Apps & Notifications, and selecting Amazon Launcher. Tap Clear Cache or Clear Data, then restart. If the issue persists, consider a factory reset by backing up your data and resetting under Settings, Device Options, Reset to Factory Defaults. If these steps don’t work, contact Amazon support for assistance.

It's not necessary, as the reset typically affects only internal storage. However, to be safe, you might want to remove the card to avoid accidental formatting or data loss. If you leave it in, be sure that the reset settings do not include formatting the external memory card. It's a good idea to back up important data from the card before resetting.

If you can't swipe down to access settings on your Kindle Fire, hold the power button for 40 seconds until the screen turns off. Wait a few seconds, then turn it back on. If that doesn't work, perform a hard reset by turning it off and holding the power and volume up buttons until the Amazon logo appears. Use the volume buttons to select Factory Reset and confirm with the power button. This will reset the device and erase all data, so ensure you can log into your Amazon account to restore purchases.