How to remove personal data from Wii U?

I've got a Wii U that I never use. It's mere presence taunts me by reminding me of my poor purchasing decisions. If I want to remove all my personal details from it including save games and eShop details before I sell it, do I need to do anything apart from formatting it via the System menu?

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Quick Answer about "How to remove personal data from Wii U?"

From the Wii U Menu, select "System Settings."

Using the Left Stick, scroll to the "Delete All Content & Settings" and press the A Button.

Please read the information displayed on your TV screen, and then tap "Next."

Wait for a few seconds, and then tap "Delete Everything."

How do you delete personal data on Wii U?

Complete the steps:

From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings.

Using the Left Stick, scroll to the Data Management and press the A Button. ...

Select Copy/Move/Delete Data. ...

Select the location of the data you wish to delete. ...

Select the application that has the data you wish to delete and press the A Button.

Do I need to wipe my Wii before selling?

It is recommended that you remove the Wii Shop Channel information first then format the system memory if you are transferring ownership or selling your Wii console. Otherwise, the new owner will have access to your personal Wii Shop account and purchases.

How do I delete everything off my Wii?

Basically, you go to the third page of settings of your Wii and then select 'Format Wii System Memory'. Then press 'Format' and TA-DA! Warm note: after you reset it all the data will POOF gone. You can't restore it.

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