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.

Try restarting it by holding the power button for 40 seconds until it restarts. Charge it for at least 30 minutes, then try again. Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth to be sure nothing is blocking touch sensitivity. Check for software updates in Settings if the screen becomes responsive. If the issue continues, contact Amazon support for further assistance.

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.

Restart the device, clearing the app cache, performing a factory reset, or checking for software updates. If the issue persists, contact Amazon support for assistance.

If your Fire HD 8 is stuck rendering a 4K overlay and won't respond, try restarting it by holding the power button for 40 seconds. You can also boot into safe mode by holding the power button and pressing the volume down button when the Amazon logo appears. Adjust the display settings in Settings > Display to lower the resolution. If the issue continues, update or reset the tablet in Settings > Device Options. Contact Amazon support if it still doesn’t work.

Turn it off by holding the power button for 40 seconds, then power it back on while holding the volume up button to access recovery mode. Select "Wipe Data/Factory Reset" and confirm. Choose "Wipe Cache Partition" in the same menu, then select "Reboot System Now" to restart. If it doesn’t respond, charge it for at least an hour. If the issue persists, contact Amazon support for assistance.

If your purchases in Toca World are gone after a factory reset but it says you already own them when trying to repurchase, follow these steps to restore them: Open Toca World on your tablet, tap the gear icon or settings within the app, and look for an option like Restore Purchases and select it. Make sure you're signed in with the same account you used to make the original purchases. If prompted, confirm your account credentials or follow the on-screen instructions. This should restore your purchased content. If it doesn’t work, check that your device is connected to the internet or contact Toca Boca’s support for further assistance.

If your Kindle is stuck in an app loop, try restarting it by holding the power button for 10-20 seconds. You can also force close the app by swiping up from the bottom or using the "recent apps" button. Clear the app's cache in Settings under Apps. If the problem continues, uninstall and reinstall the app. If nothing works, consider doing a factory reset.

If your Kindle is stuck on a white screen, try holding the power button for about 40 seconds to force a restart. Ensure your Kindle has enough battery and leave it charging for a while. If that doesn’t help, try a factory reset by holding the power button for 40 seconds. If the issue persists, contact Amazon support.

If your Kindle is stuck on "Fire is starting," hold the power button for 40 seconds to restart it. Charge it for an hour and try again. If it still doesn’t work, try a factory reset by holding the power button for 40 seconds. If the problem continues, contact Amazon support.

If your Kindle has a black screen and won't turn on, try holding the power button for 40 seconds to force a restart. Make sure it’s charged by connecting it to a charger for at least 30 minutes. If that doesn’t work, try a factory reset by holding the power button for 40 seconds. If the issue persists, contact Amazon support for further help.

If the back and home buttons are missing from your Kindle Fire, try restarting it by holding the power button for 10-20 seconds. Switch the screen from landscape to portrait mode to see if the buttons reappear. Check and adjust display settings under Settings > Display, and ensure your Kindle is updated to the latest software in Settings > Device Options > System Updates. If these steps don't work, contact Amazon support.

Try holding the Power button for 40 seconds to force a restart. If that doesn't work, connect it to a charger for 30 minutes and try again. You can also hold the Power button and Volume Down button together for 40 seconds. If the issue persists, contact Amazon Support for further assistance.

No. Your purchases are tied to your account, not the device. After the reset, you can log back into your account, and your purchase history and digital items will still be available to download or restore. This applies to apps, books, or content purchased through Amazon or other platforms.

Yes, along with all other data on your device, including apps, settings, and personal files. After the reset, your device will return to its original state, and you'll need to set it up again.

Sign in to your Amazon account. Open the Appstore, go to Library, and download or install your previous apps. For email, open the Email app and sign in to your account. Be sure you are using the same Amazon account as before.

To restore your books on your Kindle Fire after a factory reset, sign in to your Amazon account, open the Kindle app, or go to your library. Switch to the "All" tab to view your purchased books and tap the ones you want to download. Ensure you're connected to the internet to access your purchases.

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.

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 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.

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.