Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro - Restart in Safe Mode
Here's how to restart your Pixel 8 / 8 Pro into Safe Mode to help determine if an app is causing it to freeze, reset or run slowly.
Safe Mode puts your phone in a diagnostic state (returned to default settings) so you can determine if a third-party app is causing your device to freeze, reset or run slow.
An alternate method is available if the device is unresponsive or won't power on.
- With the device powered on, press and hold thePower and Volume Up buttonsuntil the 'Power off' prompt appears on the screen then release.
- Touch and holdRestartuntil the 'Reboot to safe mode' prompt appears then release.
- Read the disclaimer then tapOKto confirm.The restart process may take up to 45 seconds to complete.
- Upon restart, 'Safe mode' appears in the lower-left of the unlock / Home screen.
- With Safe Mode enabled, ensure Airplane Mode is turned off then test device and app functionality.To exit Safe mode, restart your device.