Smart bulb · Reset guide
How to reset Smart bulb
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Many smart bulbs reset by flipping the wall switch, but the count depends on the brand and model. Philips Hue uses its app or a Hue switch instead.
01 · Start here
Restart before erasing your setup
- Find the brand and model on the bulb before you start flipping the switch. Too many or too few flips can give you a soft reset instead.
02 · Factory reset
How to factory reset Smart bulb
Before you confirm
A factory reset removes the bulb from your account and erases its settings. Flip slowly: TP-Link says about one second each time.
Kasa KL series (newer models)
Switch off → on and off 10 times → stop on the fifth on
- Turn the wall switch off.
- Flip it on and off 10 times, about one second each, and stop when the light comes on for the fifth time.
- Three blinks confirm the factory reset.
Newer models include KL50, KL60, KL110 2.0 and later, KL125 and KL135. Five flips gives a soft reset.
Kasa older models
Switch on and off 5 times
- Flip the wall switch on and off 5 times, about one second each.
Older models include LB100, LB110, LB130, LB200, LB230, KL110 1.0 and KL120. Three flips gives a soft reset.
Tapo Wi-Fi-only bulbs
Switch on → off and on 10 times
- Start with the switch on.
- Switch off and on 10 times, one second between each cycle. The bulb blinks 3 times.
Covers TL13E, L510E, L520E, L530E, L530EA and L531E. Five cycles gives a soft reset.
Tapo Bluetooth-enabled bulbs
Switch on → off and on 5 times
- Start with the switch on.
- Switch off and on 5 times, one second between each cycle. The bulb blinks 3 times.
Philips Hue
Hue app, dimmer switch or Tap dial switch
- Hue bulbs are not reset by flipping the switch. Use one of the five methods in the Philips Hue guide.
After the reset
Add the bulb again in its app.
Frequently asked questions
How many times do I flip the switch to reset a smart bulb?
It depends on the model: 10 flips on newer Kasa and Wi-Fi-only Tapo bulbs, 5 on older Kasa and Bluetooth-enabled Tapo bulbs.
Why did my bulb only soft reset?
A smaller number of flips gives a soft reset on Kasa and Tapo bulbs. Flip slowly, about one second each time, and count again.