TP-Link smart plug · Reset guide
How to reset TP-Link smart plug
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TP-Link sells smart plugs under two names, Tapo and Kasa. Its shared instructions cover models including Tapo P110, P115, P125 and P306, and Kasa KP115, KP125, KP303 and KP401.
01 · Start here
Restart before erasing your setup
- Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds for a soft reset. It keeps your current settings and can clear minor connection problems.
02 · Factory reset
How to factory reset TP-Link smart plug
Before you confirm
A factory reset erases all custom settings and restores factory defaults.
App: home page
Long-press plug card → minus icon
- The plug must be online. Long-press its card on the home page, then tap the minus icon to remove it.
App: device settings
Plug card → gear icon → Remove
- The plug must be online. Tap its card, tap the gear icon at the top right, then tap Remove at the bottom.
After the reset
Set the plug up again in the Tapo or Kasa app.
Frequently asked questions
How do I reset a TP-Link plug that is offline?
Hold the power button for 10 seconds. The app method only works while the plug is online.