Trade in. Upgrade. Save. It’s a win?win?win.

With Apple Trade In, you can get a great value for your current device. We make it easy to apply the value toward a purchase today or get it on a gift card to use later. And you can do it all online. If your device isn’t eligible for credit, we’ll recycle it for free. It’s good for you and the planet.

Already started a trade-in? Check its status

Get credit toward a new Apple product.

From getting an estimate to returning your device, we’ll help every step of the way.

  1. STEP 1

    See how much you can save.

    First, get your trade-in estimate. Then choose a new Apple product, add your trade-in device, and check out.

  2. STEP 2

    Get your device ready to trade in.

    We’ll send you a trade-in confirmation email with instructions on how to back up your personal data and prepare your device.

  3. STEP 3

    Mail it in.

    Your trade-in confirmation email will also show you in detail how to return your device when you receive a mail-in kit.

Quick answers about trading in online.

All the reasons to trade in with Apple. Including one very big ??ne.

  • Easy in every way.

    Trade in online. Get credit towards a purchase or trade in for an Apple Gift Card. It’s all up to you.

  • Your privacy, protected.

    Whether you’re backing up, transferring, or just erasing your personal data, we can show you how to handle it safely and securely.

  • Good for the planet.

    If your device is in good shape, we’ll help get it to a new owner. Or, if it’s seen better days, we can recycle it for free.

    Recycle your device

  • Green recycling logo.

    Doing more, using less. We’re using more recycled content in our products than ever before. And we’re recovering crucial materials from end-of-life devices to use again in new ones.

    Learn more

  • Green sketch drawing of Planet Earth.

    For a better future. Our plan is to have a net zero carbon impact by 2030. We’re investing in low-carbon design, energy efficiency, renewable power, and more.

    See just how far we go

More questions? More answers.

  • You can trade in many Apple devices for a trade-in credit or an Apple Gift Card. If your device isn’t eligible for any trade-in value, you can still recycle it with Apple for free.

  • Yes, engraved Apple products are eligible for trade-in. If the device was engraved by Apple, its trade-in value won’t be impacted. However, third-party engraving may affect your device’s value.

  • It depends on the device, model, manufacturer, and condition. Answer a few questions accurately, and once we receive the device within the specified time frame and verify its condition, you’ll most likely receive the full amount of the estimated refund.

    Keep in mind that we need to receive your trade-in device within 14 days of when you receive your new device, and the condition of your trade-in needs to match what you told us.

  • On your iPhone, Apple Watch or iPad, go to Settings > General and tap About. On Mac devices, click the ? menu and go to About This Mac.

    If you’re still unable to locate it, there are a few other ways to find your serial number(opens in new window).

    You’ll need the serial number to see an accurate trade-in value for your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch.

  • If you buy an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch, your credit will be applied to your original payment method up to the total purchase price after we receive your trade-in device and confirm that the condition matches what you described. For any remaining amount, you’ll receive an Apple Gift Card by email.

    If the trade-in value is reduced after inspection, we’ll reach out to confirm that you still want to move forward with the trade-in.

  • Generally it takes 2 to 3 weeks. Your trade-in device needs to be sent to us within 14 days of when you receive your new device. The sooner we receive your trade-in, the sooner we can verify its condition and process your credit or gift card. It may take 3 to 5 business days for your credit to be processed.

  • Your trade-in estimate is valid for 14 days after you receive your new device. It’s important that we receive your trade-in within this time frame to ensure that you get the estimated value.

  • You don’t have to, but you can always send in your chargers, cables, cases, and watch straps and we will recycle them responsibly. However, if you cancel your trade-in, we’ll be unable to return them to you.

  • To turn off Find My on your Apple device:
    1. Tap Settings.
    2. Tap iCloud.
    3. Sign in with your Apple ID, if necessary.
    4. Turn off Find My.

    If you don’t have your physical device, you can turn off Find My via iCloud(opens in new window).

  • Once you receive your new device, follow the instructions in the trade-in email or trade-in kit on how to transfer your personal data.

  • Yes. If you bought a new device online with a trade-in or you’re receiving an Apple Gift Card, you can track your status(opens in new window) at any time.

  • If you haven’t dropped off or shipped your device yet, you can cancel your trade-in by simply keeping your device.

    If you’ve already sent us your device, the trade-in can’t be cancelled. However, if you receive a lower revised trade-in value after we’ve inspected your device, you can choose to reject it.

    If you buy a new device online with a trade-in and return the new device, your trade-in will be cancelled automatically and in some cases it may not be possible to return your device.

  • If the condition of your device is different from what you described, we’ll provide a revised value.

    If the revised value is lower than the initial estimate, you can either accept or reject it. If you accept it, we’ll continue with the trade-in and the revised amount will be credited to your payment method. If you reject it, we’ll cancel the trade-in and return your old device.

    If the revised value increases, we’ll automatically increase your trade-in credit.

  • Reach out to one of our Specialists via chat(opens in new window) or by calling 800 850 0668.

  • Yes. Apple Trade In lets you recycle any Apple device (including devices from Apple-owned brands) at apple.com for free. That includes your batteries and electronic products as well as packaging recycling for our commercial, education, and institutional customers. When we receive your device, it will be thoroughly inspected and assessed for reuse or recycling. Whether recycled or reused, all activities relating to the processing of your device will be managed in an environmentally responsible way.

  • Before you send us your device by mail, make sure you have backed up your data. After saving your data, remove any personal data from the device you wish to recycle. You will no longer have access to the device after recycling it with Apple.

    Devices that contain batteries should be packed in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices, which typically include the guidelines below:


    • Do not ship loose batteries.
    • Discharge the unit to less than 30%.
    • Do not ship electronics that are disassembled into parts.
    • Do not ship electronics with swollen, damaged, or defective batteries.
    • For whole units, surround the product with at least 2.5 inches of suitable filler material, such as recycled or reused packaging, before placing it inside a corrugated box.
    • Ship only one device per box.