How To Reset TP-Link Kasa Smart Switch And Plug

There are two ways to reset a Kasa smart plug, Kasa smart switch, or Kasa power strip. A soft reset puts the device back into setup mode without erasing your settings. A factory reset wipes everything and restores the device to its original defaults. Common reasons to reset a Kasa smart plug include switching to a new Wi-Fi network, fixing a connectivity issue, or preparing the device for a new owner.

For questions about Kasa smart home products in general, see General Questions about Kasa Smart Home Products.

Key Takeaways

• Soft reset: press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds until the LED blinks amber and green. Your settings are preserved.
• Factory reset: press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds until the LED blinks amber rapidly. All settings are erased.
• On the HS300 and KP303 power strips, the control button doubles as the reset button. Hold for 5 seconds for a soft reset, or 10 seconds for a factory reset.
• A soft reset is usually the right choice when reconnecting to a new Wi-Fi network. Your schedules and automations stay intact.
• After a factory reset, you will need to add the device to the Kasa app again as if it were new.

Soft Reset: Re-enable Setup Mode Without Losing Settings

A soft reset is the better option when you want to reconnect your device to a different Wi-Fi network without losing your schedules or automations. It puts the device back into setup mode so you can reconnect it through the Kasa app.

Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds, or until the Wi-Fi LED blinks amber and green. This starts the setup process again while keeping your existing configuration.

Note: On the HS105, the LED will blink amber and blue instead of amber and green.

Once the device is back in setup mode, open the Kasa app and follow the steps to reconnect it to your Wi-Fi network.

Factory Reset: Erase All Settings and Start Fresh

A factory reset is the right choice when you want to start completely over or hand the device off to someone else. This erases all saved settings, schedules, and account links.

Press and hold the reset button until the Wi-Fi LED blinks amber rapidly, which takes about 10 seconds. The device will restore to factory defaults.

After the reset, you will need to set the device up as new. See how to set up a Kasa smart plug or switch via the Kasa app for step-by-step instructions.

If your device has been repeatedly losing its connection, a reset may help. See what to do if your Kasa device keeps going offline for more troubleshooting steps.

A Note on Tapo Smart Plugs and Switches

This guide covers Kasa-branded devices only. If you have a Tapo smart plug or smart switch, the reset process may differ. Visit the Tapo support page and search for your model number for the correct instructions.

Can't Find the Reset Button?

If your device does not have a clearly labeled reset button, visit the TP-Link website and search for your model number. Navigate to the product's support page to download the user guide for your specific model.

If you are still unable to reset your device after following these steps, contact TP-Link Technical Support for further assistance. You can also check what to do if you fail to configure a Kasa device for related help.