How to Factory Reset Your Apple HomeKit System

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction: Apple HomeKit: Factory Reset

If you're moving, or otherwise looking to reset your Apple Home setup because of major changes, this guide will walk you through removing your home from Apple HomeKit.

Apple Home Icon

2. Apple HomeKit: Remove Home (Factory Reset)

  1. Open the Home app.
Apple Home Icon


  1. Tap the Invite icon in the upper left corner.
Invite Icon


  1. Scroll to the bottom, and select Remove Home.
Home Invite with remove home highlighted

3. Apple HomeKit: Reset Accessories

You might need to reset each of your accessories if you intend to give them to someone else or move them to a new home. Apple HomeKit does not have the ability to reset each device.

To reset your accessory, look for a button on the accessory, check the manual, or take a look at one of our guides.