If you need to reset your Nokia 105 keypad phone, the good news is that the process is quick and simple. The Nokia 105 is a basic feature phone, not an Android smartphone, so there is no recovery mode, no flashing tool, and no Google account tied to the device. That also means a factory reset here is far less risky than on a smartphone. Whether you are selling the phone, giving it away, or clearing out clutter, this guide walks you through every safe method to reset the Nokia 105 keypad handset back to its out-of-the-box state.
Because the Nokia 105 runs Nokia’s lightweight Series 30+ feature-phone software rather than Android, none of the usual Android concerns apply. There is no Android recovery partition to boot into, and the steps below work on the common Nokia 105 variants released over the past several years. If you own a different model, our broader guide on how to factory reset any keypad mobile covers other layouts.
Reset the Nokia 105 keypad from the menu
The safest way to wipe the phone is through its built-in Settings menu. This is the method Nokia intends you to use, and it confirms before erasing anything.
- Press the centre Menu key from the home screen.
- Scroll to Settings and select it.
- Choose Restore factory settings (on some firmware this appears as Restore settings or under a Phone submenu).
- You may be asked for the security code. The default code is 12345 unless you changed it.
- Select Restore all to erase saved data and return settings to default, or Restore settings if you only want to reset preferences without deleting contacts.
- Confirm and let the phone restart.
Choosing Restore all removes contacts, messages, call logs, and personal settings stored in the phone’s memory. Anything saved on a microSD card is usually left untouched, so remove the card first if you want to keep its contents.
Master reset codes
Series 30+ Nokia feature phones support standard shortcut codes you can dial directly from the home screen. These are widely documented across Nokia handsets:
- *#7780# — restores factory settings (soft reset of settings, keeps most user data).
- *#7370# — full master reset that wipes user data and restores the phone to factory condition.
If prompted, enter the default security code 12345. The phone will reboot to complete the process.
Caution: the *#7370# code wipes the phone instantly with little or no confirmation once you enter the security code. Back up anything important first. There is no undo. If a code does nothing on your specific firmware version, use the menu method above instead rather than entering codes repeatedly. For more code-based options across non-Android devices, see our guide to reset and unlock non-Android phones.
Locked out of your Nokia 105?
Unlike Android phones, the Nokia 105 does not have a hardware button-combination wipe (there is no volume-and-power recovery reset). If you have forgotten the security code and cannot reach the Settings menu, you cannot force a wipe with key combos. Your realistic options are:
- Try the default security code 12345 if you never changed it.
- Contact Nokia / HMD support with proof of purchase; an authorised service centre can reset the security code or reflash the firmware.
One reassuring point: because the Nokia 105 has no Google account, there is no Google Factory Reset Protection (FRP) or anti-theft lock to deal with after a reset. On Android phones a factory reset can trigger FRP, demanding the previously synced Google login on first boot. The Nokia 105 simply boots into the setup screen with no account lock. If you also manage Android devices, learn how to back up and restore Android devices before wiping those, since their reset behaviour is very different.
Frequently asked questions
What is the default security code for the Nokia 105?
The factory default security code on most Nokia 105 units is 12345. If you or a previous owner changed it and you cannot recall the new one, you will need an authorised Nokia / HMD service centre to reset it, as there is no button-combo bypass on this model.
Does resetting the Nokia 105 delete contacts saved on the SIM card?
No. A factory reset clears data stored in the phone’s internal memory, such as phone-memory contacts, messages, and settings. Contacts saved directly to the SIM card and files on a microSD card are generally preserved. Remove the SIM or memory card beforehand only if you want to be completely certain.
Will I face a Google FRP lock after resetting the Nokia 105?
No. The Nokia 105 is a basic feature phone with no Google account or Android Factory Reset Protection. After you reset the Nokia 105 keypad phone it boots straight to the language and time setup screen, with no account verification required, which is why it is safe to resell or hand on.
