Smart Home Devices

Resetting Your Amazon Smart Plug: Step-by-Step Guide

If you own an Amazon Smart Plug, you know how convenient it is to control your appliances with voice commands. However, sometimes your smart plug may stop working, and you may need to reset it to get it back to working condition. In this article, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of resetting your Amazon Smart Plug.

Step 1: Unplug Your Smart Plug

The first step in resetting your Amazon Smart Plug is to unplug it from the power source. You can do this by simply unplugging it from the wall socket or power strip. It is essential to unplug the smart plug from the power source to ensure that there is no electrical current running through it.

Step 2: Press and Hold the Button

After unplugging the smart plug, you need to press and hold the button on the side of the plug. Hold the button for a minimum of 12 seconds. You will notice that the LED light on the plug will start flashing rapidly after a few seconds. Continue holding the button until the LED light turns off completely.

Step 3: Release the Button

Once the LED light on the smart plug turns off, release the button. The smart plug has now been reset to its factory settings. You can now reconfigure it with your Amazon Alexa app.

Step 4: Reconfigure Your Smart Plug with the Alexa App

Now that you have reset your Amazon Smart Plug, you will need to reconfigure it with your Alexa app. Follow these steps:

Step 4.1:

Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.

Step 4.2:

Tap on the three lines in the upper-left corner of the app.

Step 4.3:

Select “Add Device” from the menu.

Step 4.4:

Select “Plug” from the list of devices.

Step 4.5:

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your smart plug.

Step 4.6:

Once you have configured your smart plug, you can control it with voice commands using your Amazon Echo device.

Conclusion

Resetting your Amazon Smart Plug is a simple process that can help you get it back to working condition if it stops working. By following the step-by-step guide we have provided, you can reset your smart plug in no time and get back to controlling your appliances with voice commands.