Trade in. Upgrade. Save. Or recycle it for free.
With Apple Trade In, you can get great value for your current device and apply it toward a new one, online or at an Apple Store. If your device isn’t eligible for credit, we’ll recycle it — and any accessories you no longer use — securely and for free. It’s a great deal for you and a great way to protect the earth’s precious resources.
Already started a trade-in? Check your trade-in status
Get $35–$885 when you trade in an iPhone. Footnote ◊
Get $30–$430 when you trade in an Apple Watch. Footnote ◊
| Your device | Estimated trade-in value footnote |
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| Apple Watch Ultra 3 | Up to $430 |
| Apple Watch Series 11 | Up to $200 |
| Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) | Up to $115 | Apple Watch Series 10 | Up to $150 |
Get $45–$905 when you trade in an iPad. Footnote ◊
| Your device | Estimated trade-in value footnote |
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| iPad Pro | Up to $905 |
| iPad Air | Up to $510 |
| iPad | Up to $280 |
| iPad mini | Up to $320 |
Get $40–$2195 when you trade in a Mac. Footnote ◊
| Your device | Estimated trade-in value footnote |
|---|---|
| MacBook Pro | Up to $1315 |
| MacBook Air | Up to $705 |
| iMac | Up to $385 |
| Mac mini | Up to $620 |
Get $20–$1085 when you trade in an Android device. Footnote ◊
Some trade-in devices and values are available in-store only.
Don’t need it? We’ll take it.
We’ll recycle your Apple devices, cables, cases, accessories, and other similar electronics for free. You’ll help protect the earth’s precious resources and reduce waste as we work toward a better future for the planet.
Two easy ways to trade in.
Trade in your way — online or at an Apple Store. From getting an estimate to returning your device, we’ll help every step of the way.
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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.
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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.
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STEP 3
Mail it in, or drop it off.
However you choose to return your device, your trade-in confirmation email will include step-by-step instructions.
Quick answers about trading in online.
Get instant credit toward an in‑store purchase.
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STEP 1
Get your device ready to trade in.
Follow a few simple steps to back up your data and prepare your device before you bring it in.
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STEP 2
Bring it to an Apple Store.
A Specialist will inspect your device and give you an exact value on the spot. If it doesn’t have any value, we can recycle it for free.
Quick answers about trading in at an Apple Store.
No problem. We can put the value of your current device on a gift card that you can use anytime. Get an estimate through the trade-in tool and choose the Apple Gift Card option.
How quickly should I return my trade‑in device?
You’ll have 14 days to return it once you receive your new device.
Is there a way to track my trade-in status?
Yes. If you bought a new device online with a trade-in or you’re receiving an Apple Gift Card, you track your status online(Opens in a new window).
How do I prepare my device before I trade it in?
Follow the step-by-step instructions for your device to get it ready for trade‑in.
How to prepare your iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android devices(Opens in a new window)
How to prepare your iPad(Opens in a new window)
How to prepare your Mac(Opens in a new window)
How do I send back my device?
We’ll either send you a trade-in kit or email you drop-off instructions. If we send you a trade-in kit, it will include instructions on how to prepare and send back your device.
How long does the online trade-in process take?
It generally takes 2 to 3 weeks once you mail in or drop off your device.
If I buy a new device online with a trade-in, when is credit applied?
If you pay in full, we’ll credit your original payment method after we receive your device and verify its condition. If you pay monthly, your credit will be applied to your monthly bill.
How much will I get for my device?
It depends on the device, model, manufacturer, and condition. Answer a few questions about your device and we’ll give you an estimate.
Can I get an estimate online, then trade in at an Apple Store?
Yes. You can use the online tool to get an estimate. Then bring in your device and a Specialist will inspect it and give you an exact value.
Do I need to return accessories to get the full trade-in value?
You don’t have to, but you can always return 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.
Does Apple offer recycling?
Yes. Apple Trade In lets you recycle any Apple device for free at an Apple Store location or on apple.com. Additional items accepted for recycling include batteries, cables, cases, monitors, packaging, and more.
Can I trade in multiple devices used for my small business?
You can seamlessly trade in your team’s Apple devices. We’ll help you through our business trade in process, complete with safe and secure data handling and incredible value. Plus, it’s better for the environment. Contact your Apple Business Expert to get started.
Have more questions?
All the reasons to trade in with Apple. Including one very big 🌎ne.
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Easy in every way.
Trade in online or at an Apple Store. Get credit toward a purchase, or trade in for an Apple Gift Card. It’s all up to you.
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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.
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More ways to recycle.
If your device isn’t eligible for Trade-In, we’ll recycle it for free. No matter the model or condition.
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Let’s do more with less. More than ever, we’re using recycled content in our products. And we’re also recovering essential materials from end-of-life devices for reuse in new ones.
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For a better future. By 2030, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint by using more recycled and renewable materials, clean energy, and low-carbon modes of transport.
More questions? More answers.
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You can trade in many Apple and third-party devices, including Samsung and Google smartphones, 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.
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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.
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When you first enroll in Apple Upgrade, you can trade in an eligible device you own to lower your monthly payments for your initial lease term. Your trade-in credit will be applied by Klarna across your payments for the length of your initial lease term. If your trade-in isn't returned or isn't in good working condition, your monthly lease payment will be updated by Klarna to reflect the adjusted value.
Your trade-in credit will only apply to your initial lease term. You cannot trade in a device when you upgrade. Learn more about Apple Upgrade -
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. -
Yes, the Apple Trade In program is available on apple.com as well as in all our retail stores.
A Specialist will evaluate your device on the spot, so the trade-in credit you get in the store may differ from the estimated trade-in value you received online if the condition doesn’t match what you described. -
On your Apple Watch or iPad, go to Settings > General and tap About. On Mac devices, click the Apple () 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 a new window).
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If the net price is less than $99 for a new iPhone, or less than $25 for a new iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch, you will not be offered the option to pay monthly. You can continue your transaction by choosing to pay in full, and you’ll receive your trade-in value when the device is received and verified.
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It depends on what you buy and how you pay for it.
If you buy an iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple Watch and pay in full, 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 have described. If the value of your trade-in was more than the cost of your new device, you’ll receive an Apple Gift Card by email with the remaining amount.
When you pay in part or in full with Apple Gift Card or Apple Account balance, your credit will be applied to that gift card or balance (up to the amount paid with each) before any credit is applied to your credit/debit card.
If you buy an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch with a trade-in and choose a monthly payment option, your estimated trade-in credit will be applied directly to the purchase price of your new Apple device. Once we receive your trade-in device and confirm that the condition matches what you described, there’s nothing more you need to do. If it doesn’t match, your original payment method will be charged the difference in value. In that case, we’ll work with you 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.
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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.
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You don’t have to, but you can always send in your chargers, cables, cases, and watch straps and we will recycle them for you.
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We’ll either send you a prepaid trade-in kit or email you drop-off instructions. If we send you a trade-in kit, it will include instructions on how to prepare and package your device.
- Here’s how to prepare and package your Apple Watch, iPhone, or Android device(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your iPad(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your Mac laptop(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your iMac(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your Mac Pro(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your Mac mini(Opens in a new window).
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- Here’s how to prepare and package your Apple Watch, iPhone or Android device(Opens in a new window) .
- Here’s how to prepare and package your iPad(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package Mac notebooks(Opens in a new window).
- Here’s how to prepare and package your Mac mini(Opens in a new window)
If you are trading in an Android device make sure you sign out of your account on the device. Failing to sign out of your Android account will impact the trade in eligibility of your device.
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To turn off Find My on your Apple device:
- Tap Settings.
- Tap iCloud.
- Sign in with your Apple Account, if necessary.
- Turn off Find My.
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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.
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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 a new window) at any time.
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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 either charge or credit the difference in value to the card you provided. If you reject it, we’ll cancel the trade-in, return your old device, and charge the original trade-in value to your card.
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Reach out to one of our Specialists via chat(Opens in a new window) or by calling 1-800-MY-APPLE.
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Yes. Apple Trade In lets you recycle any Apple device at an Apple Store location and on apple.com(Opens in a new window) for free. Items accepted for recycling include the device as well as batteries, cables, cases, accessories, monitors, packaging and more. 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.
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Before you send us your device by mail or drop it off at an Apple Store, 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.
If you are sending your old device by mail, please note:
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.
To learn more about what to do before you hand over your device, visit
What to do before you sell, give away, trade in or recycle your iPhone or iPad(Opens in a new window)
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- Reach out to AppleBusinessTradeIn@apple.com or a local Apple business team to receive an estimate or quote.
- Collect and prepare devices according to the instructions (erase personal data, corporate profiles, and disable Find My).
- Ship the devices using the secure, prepaid shipping boxes that are provided to you.
- Devices will be assessed, and the final trade-in credit will be issued via ACH.
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iPhone, iPad, and Mac are accepted. Devices that are very old or severely damaged may not be eligible for trade-in credit. The Apple Business Trade In team can help assess eligibility for specific devices and guide you on next steps.
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Apple will provide you with shipping boxes and return instructions for the respective device type(s).
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Your trade-in credit will be issued via ACH transfer. If you are trading in as a business, the value you receive may be different from what’s offered to consumers.
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A minimum of five devices is required for initial trade-ins. Any number of devices can be accepted after the initial trade-in.