# Reset Data Types in Akto

Reset data types when you need to revert changes or refresh detection settings.

## When to Reset

* Custom data type configuration errors
* Troubleshooting detection issues
* Starting fresh with data type configs
* Reverting scan changes

## How to Reset

1. Navigate to **Agentic Discovery > Sensitive Data**
2. Select the data type to reset
3. Click the **Reset** button
4. Confirm the action

## What Gets Reset

* Custom conditions removed
* Sensitivity settings reverted to defaults
* Detection rules restored
* Built-in types return to original state

## Important Notes

* Built-in types (EMAIL, JWT, etc.) can be reset
* Custom types are deleted entirely when reset
* Detected instances remain in history
* Re-detection runs automatically after reset


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