System Wipe with Wasted

System Wipe with Wasted

This guide shows you how to use the Wasted app to instantly wipe your phone's data in emergency situations using airplane mode or a secret PIN. Ideal for high-risk users who prioritize privacy and deniability.

⚠️ Warning: The system wipe is irreversible. Only use it if you're sure all important data is backed up or intentionally disposable.

Step 1: Install Wasted

Download and install the Wasted app from the official source or F-Droid. Make sure you grant it Device Administrator permissions so it can perform a full wipe.

Step 2: Configure Wipe Triggers

Wasted supports two emergency triggers:

  • Airplane Mode Trigger: If airplane mode is turned on manually, Wasted will wipe the device instantly.
  • PIN Trigger: Entering a specific fake PIN on the lockscreen will trigger a wipe instead of unlocking.

Step 3: Enable Device Admin

Open Wasted, go to settings, and tap "Enable Device Administrator". This allows Wasted to perform the full system wipe.

Step 4: Set Your Wipe PIN

Under the PIN Trigger settings, set a secret PIN (different from your normal PIN). When entered on the lockscreen, it will wipe the device immediately instead of unlocking.

Step 5: Test Carefully

You can simulate the airplane mode trigger with caution (on a test device). Be careful not to activate it on your primary phone unless it's intentional.

💡 Tip: Use this with encrypted phones only (e.g., GrapheneOS) to ensure wiped data cannot be recovered.

Recommended Setup

  • Use GrapheneOS with auto-reboot on failed unlocks.
  • Set Wasted PIN to a decoy number you can enter under pressure.
  • Test your backup/restore process before enabling Wasted on a live device.

For more advanced wipe triggers or integration with hardware buttons or remote commands, check Wasted’s developer documentation.