What to do when selling an iPhone 6. How to sell an old iPhone before buying a “seven”

The high reliability of the iPhone leads to the fact that its owner thinks about purchasing a new model faster than the device breaks down. The old smartphone is then passed on to another family member or sent for sale. In any case, before you finally part with your old phone, you need to delete personal data from it and disable the binding to the Apple ID. Let's figure out how to clean an iPhone before selling it and save the information accumulated on it for later recovery.

If you've never done backups before, now is the time. Having a backup allows you not to set up a new iPhone from scratch, but to transfer data from the previous one to it. Thus, the user saves time and immediately receives the familiar set of applications.

Local copy

Any PC or Mac can be used to create a local copy of the data. The iTunes program installed on your computer must first be updated to the latest current version.

1. We connect the iPhone using the original USB cable. Having opened iTunes in the main window, click on the icon with a stylized image of a mobile device. In the drop-down menu, select the smartphone for which the copy is being created.

1. Place a check mark in the place marked with the number “1”. To include the accounts and passwords saved on the device in the backup, we additionally activate data encryption.

1. Set a password to access the backup copy.

1. Confirm your desire to enable local encryption. If necessary, re-enter the previously set password.

1. We are waiting for the copying to complete. The execution progress is displayed in a small window with a “Stop” button, which allows you to interrupt the procedure at any time.

Copy to iCloud

Creating a “cloud” copy of the device in iCloud is performed directly on the smartphone. The iPhone must be connected to a Wi-Fi network. Accordingly, the time required to complete the backup will depend on the speed of the wireless connection.

1. Open the smartphone settings. On the main page, select the area with the owner’s avatar. Starting with iOS 10, it contains all the parameters related to Apple ID and other Apple services.

1. Select the iCloud icon from the list. Open cloud storage management options.

1. Scroll through the list of programs that are allowed access to iCloud. At the end of the list we see the “Backup” item.

1. We move the switch marked with an arrow to the active position. The next step is to click on the interactive link to start creating an immediate backup.

1. We are waiting for the operation to complete. Progress is shown in standard iOS form. The button pressed in the previous step changes the assignment and allows you to interrupt the copying process.

Disabling services

Throughout the entire period of using the iPhone, the user deals with various branded services. Having created an Apple ID at the time of activation, we use it to purchase content or install applications from the App Store. It is also used to link existing Apple gadgets into one ecosystem. For this reason, the next step in pre-sale preparation is to disable services.

Logging out of the Apple ID account to which the device is linked is the main condition for correctly preparing the smartphone for sale.

1. We return to the main settings page again. Click on the marked item to open account management options.

1. Scroll the image on the screen down to the end. We need the very last item, located under the list of linked devices. Click the “Exit” button.

1. Enter your account password to disable Find My iPhone. Click the button marked in the screenshot to confirm your decision.

Apple mobile devices have their own iMessage messenger. Its peculiarity is that messaging is possible only between Apple devices. When changing iPhone 4, 5 or 6 to a newer SE, 7, 8 or X, you don’t have to turn it off. If you decide to switch to Android, this is a must. Otherwise, various failures may occur when sending SMS.

1. Having opened the settings, go down to the main services section. Select the item marked in the screenshot.

1. Turn the switch indicated by the frame to the off position.

Cleaning your device

As a result of preliminary preparation, we created a backup copy of the smartphone and disabled service services. Now the iPhone can be “zeroed” or, in other words, reset to factory settings.

Reset data on iPhone

After the operations described above are completed, we begin cleaning the personal information contained on the device.

1. In the smartphone settings we find the “Basic” section.

1. Having opened it, scroll through all the parameters to the end of the page. We need the penultimate item on the list.

1. Select the option marked in the screenshot to delete settings and content.

1. Clicking on the designated button will cause all information contained on it to be completely deleted from the device. After the reboot, a welcome message will appear on the screen and a prompt to select a language and region. You can turn off the smartphone and, after wiping the surface, wait for a potential buyer.

Erase using iTunes

You can also clean your iPhone before selling it using iTunes.

1. After completing the backup and disabling services, select the option marked in the screenshot.

1. In the pop-up window, click the “Restore” button again. The device will reboot and all user data will be erased from it. You can understand that the operation was completed successfully by looking at the start window when you start the phone. It should display a welcome message and prompt you to select your region of use.

Remote wipe

The last option may be useful to the most inattentive users who forgot to sign out of Apple ID before handing over the device to someone else. To be able to use remote control, the Find My iPhone feature must be activated on the device.

1. You can get remote access on the iCloud website or from any other Apple device directly connected to the user’s Apple ID or having family access to it. After the geolocations of active devices are determined, select your phone on the left side of the screen. A control panel will appear at the bottom. Click on the button indicated by the arrow.

1. As a result, the control panel should display available actions. Select the right button, indicated by a frame.

1. In the pop-up window, click the “Erase” button. As a result, all data on the smartphone will be deleted remotely, and the smartphone itself will disappear from the list of those associated with the account. You can restore them to another iPhone, provided that you previously performed a local or cloud backup.

Finally

The decision to sell a smartphone does not come suddenly, and therefore there is always time for pre-sale preparation. Completing the described steps will allow you to save the necessary data, and the new owner will be able to fully use the device by linking it to his Apple ID.

Video instruction

The overview video below will allow you to become more familiar with the sequence of operations performed and can be used as a visual aid.

In this article, we will not consider options when a used device is given to the wife, children, parents or relatives for use, but will focus exclusively on cases of resale. This is not a dry article, but step-by-step instructions based on personal experience of buying and selling iPhones and iPads.

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At the moment, all the Apple devices that I have visited were purchased on the secondary market using one of the methods listed below. I bought iPhone 2/3GS/4/4S/5 and iPad 2/3 and even Mac Mini. There were also locked phones with a turbo SIM and a long unlock procedure when turned on, and devices not tied to an operator. So, if you decide to sell your old iDevice, you need to do the following:

1. Be sure to collect everything that may be associated with the device you are selling:
1.1 Find the box, synchronization cable, charger, paperclip for removing the SIM card;
1.2 You may find documents confirming the purchase of the device (check or receipt);
1.3 Add here accessories that will no longer be needed for the new gadget.
The more you collect in the sales kit, the higher the price you can ask for the device. The difference between the equipment sold fully equipped and without it can be up to $100. Documents confirming the purchase of the device will be a plus and will additionally assure the buyer that the iDevice is not stolen. It would be great if there was an iPhone box with an IMEI code that matches the one in the phone itself (to check the code, type *#06# ). Also, do not be greedy and give away all purchased accessories that will not be useful in the future. For example, when replacing an iPhone 4/4S with a 5 or 5S, you will no longer need bumpers, cases, additional cables, etc.
As a result, the preparatory stage of collecting a sales kit can not only significantly increase the cost of the iDevice you are selling, but also attract additional buyers. Some people simply don’t want to collect accessories in different places, but would prefer to buy them from one owner, some are looking for a device as a gift, but won’t want to give it without a charger or box, some are simply afraid to buy a phone without documents. In general, collect everything that could be given away with the device you are selling.

2. Prepare the device for the new owner:
2.1 Back up the device you are selling to iCloud or iTunes.
2.1 Delete all personal data, photos, contacts and notes from the device;
2.1 Necessarily ;
2.3 Disable Apple ID And Game Center in iOS settings.
This stage is no less important. First you need data or just copy everything you need to your computer. After this, you should definitely delete your personal data so that it does not end up in the wrong hands. Erase all photos and videos from the gallery, delete contacts and turn off email, erase all data in the browser. Delete your iCloud account, sign out of iMessage, FaceTime, and iTunes and App Store. All this can be done using a full iOS reset ( Settings -> General -> Reset -> Erase content and settings). This procedure will clear your phone of all your data and installed applications. You can simply through iTunes.

IMPORTANT! Never use a factory reset on a jailbroken device.

Do not rush to update the firmware; perhaps the new owner will want to buy a device with the old software, for example, to jailbreak or out of personal preference. These points can be discussed immediately before the sale. You can always update iOS to the latest version in a few minutes, but roll back.
This stage is important from a data confidentiality point of view. If you wish, you can offer the future owner to download onto the device programs and games downloaded through your account or.

3. Tidy up the appearance of the device:
3.1 Remove dust and dirt from the device body, connectors and buttons.
3.2 Peel off the protective films from the device if they spoil the appearance.
3.3 If desired, replace damaged parts in.

Naturally, buying a clean and tidy device is much more pleasant. A good appearance can increase the price and successfully distinguish your device from the devices of other sellers.
If your iDevice has damaged parts, it makes sense to consider replacing them. It all depends on the cost of the part and its installation. For example, if you have an iPhone 4/4S with a broken or cracked back cover, you can buy an analogue for it for $6-10 and replace it. In this case, you won’t have to sell the device cheaper. However, if the unibody body of the iPhone 5 or iPad is damaged, it is better to reduce the price and not bother with a replacement. In this case, spare parts and their installation are unlikely to cover the difference in price. However, it is worth noting that many people are ready to buy devices that are not marketable, most importantly, they are cheaper.

At this stage, it is important to maintain a middle ground - spend a little to make the device look better, but at the same time not pay a lot so that the sale covers the costs as much as possible.

4. Unlock your iPhone (unlink from your carrier)

Separately, it is worth mentioning the locking of the device for the operator. This situation is quite common in the aftermarket iPhone market. Some phones are blocked for cellular operators of other countries from which they were brought. In such cases, together with the SIM card of the local operator, so-called Turbosim cards (Gevey, R-SIM, etc.), the latest versions of which are free of unlocking difficulties and work fully automatically. Despite all the advantages, these chips sometimes glitch, can cause faster battery drain, or have worse network reception. Also, when using them, before the next firmware update, you should search the Internet for confirmation of their functionality on the new iOS.
iPhones are classified depending on whether they are tied to an operator or not. Of course, the latter are much more expensive, but their use is less troublesome. The price difference between phones with the same other characteristics is approximately $100-150. If the iPhone you are selling is locked to an operator, you should try to “untie” (unlock) it. There are many sites that . Prices depend on the country and operator to which the phone is locked, and the procedure can take from several hours to two weeks. Some operators do not support unlocking at all. In this case, as when replacing damaged parts, it is worth weighing the necessary costs against the possible benefits.
The four main steps are completed and your device is ready for sale. Now you need to decide how you will exchange your iDevice for money, how much you want to get for it and what efforts you are willing to make for this. I will describe three main ways of selling with different options for the time spent and the amount received.

1. Sales based on the Trade-in principle.

Rather, this is not a full sale, but an exchange of an old device for a new one. This service is provided by many supermarkets, retail chains and mobile phone stores. All you have to do is bring your iPhone, iPad or accessories to the seller, they will be assessed and this amount will be deducted from the cost of the new purchase. Under this program, large retail chains of household appliances often exchange not only phones, but also other equipment. Recently, even sellers in radio markets are offering such services. They themselves then sell the phones through their own channels, making a profit in any case, but such a deal also has a number of advantages for you.
Pros:

• The transaction will happen very quickly, most likely in one day;
• No need to search and wait for a buyer;
• There is no concern about the integrity of the person you are selling to;
• In one fell swoop you sell your old equipment and buy a new one;
• It is possible to receive a discount, bonuses or participate in a promotion.

Minuses:

• The price at which you give away the old device will be reduced (after all, the organizer of the transaction also wants to make money);
• In some cases, you may be refused (for example, if documents or a kit are missing);
• You will have to buy exactly where you rent out your old iDevice, and the prices or selection there may not be as favorable as in other places;
• You need to immediately pay the difference in price to purchase a new device (this method is not suitable for those who do not intend to immediately buy something in return).

2. Selling to friends

As soon as you mention that you are selling your device, you will immediately be bombarded with questions by colleagues at work, acquaintances from the gym, or classmates. Many will express interest right away, but will likely decline later. Selling an iDevice to friends is a controversial idea. Of course, everything depends on the specific person, but from my own experience I will say that most people are ready to “sit on your head” after a transaction. Keep in mind that a familiar buyer may later ask you various questions, ask for help, demand a refund, etc.
This selling method also has positive and negative sides:

Pros:

• It’s not difficult to look for a buyer; often it’s enough to express a desire to sell an iDevice;
• The sale of the device is carried out to a person you know, and not to the first person you meet;
• Personal contact with the buyer, the opportunity to discuss all the points and details.

Minuses:

• The circle of potential buyers is not very wide;
• Acquaintances may bother you for a long time after a transaction with questions and demands;
• You can ruin your relationship with a person;
• Most likely, you will have to sell it cheaper than to a stranger;
• There are times when you will have to return the money and look for a new buyer.

3. Selling on the Internet

If you decide not to sell the device using the first two methods, then you will have to use this. I don’t consider selling an iDevice on the market to the first person I meet, advertisements in newspapers have long been outdated, and not everyone has their own retail outlets or sites. If you haven’t sold anything online yet, then it’s time to see how easy it is. This method is the most costly in terms of time and effort, but it can bring the maximum income.

What to do:

1. Select a website, electronic bulletin board or online auction and register there (there are plenty of domestic analogues of ebay);
2. Monitor prices for devices that are similar to your iDevice in terms of kit and condition;
3. Take high-quality photos of your device (do not use photos from another phone’s camera, it’s better to find a more or less high-quality camera), reflect all the shortcomings on them (all defects, chips, scratches, etc. should be clearly visible)
4. Write a detailed description in which you focus on all the nuances of the device, do not hide shortcomings so that problems do not arise in the future (indicate the firmware, equipment, locking for the operator, cosmetic condition). Be sure to describe the conditions for sending the goods (price, terms, postal service and at whose expense it will be paid);
5. Set an adequate price and wait for calls and letters from potential buyers.

You shouldn’t overprice or overprice; both options will look suspicious and may scare people away. Make contact with everyone and answer any questions. Most often you will hear the phrase “is the iPhone definitely not Chinese?” Deal with it, don’t be smart and say that all Apple phones are assembled in the Middle Kingdom. Schoolchildren or girls who are not technically savvy will often call with such questions. They will most likely never buy your device. Be patient and at the same time do not engage in lengthy dialogues.

You can sell on classifieds websites or online auctions. In the first case, most likely, you will not be required to pay a percentage for the transaction, but the trust in sellers on such sites is less. If you make sales at an auction (don’t pay attention to the name, because you can sell there either by increasing the price or simply without bidding, indicating the final figure), they will ask you for a small amount per transaction, about 0.5-1%. But on such sites a rating of all users is maintained. It will be easier for you to understand what kind of buyer is in front of you, responsible or problematic (the latter can and should be refused). If you continue to trade at the auction, accumulate a large number of reviews and it will be easier to make transactions.

After you initially put your iPhone or iPad up for sale, you need to track the number of views of your ad (any sales site can do this). If you do not receive letters and calls from interested people and the page with a description of the device is rarely viewed, you should think about it. Perhaps there is not enough information about the product, or perhaps the price is too high or too low. Change the terms of sale and watch the results.

You can sell an iOS device either to a person from another city or to your fellow countryman. In the first case, you will have to use the services of delivery services, and in the second, you can hold a personal meeting. When using delivery, pay attention to the payment method, it can be prepayment, or it can be cash on delivery. In the first case, if the buyer trusts you, he will pay the entire amount or a deposit, and only after that you will send him your iPhone or iPad. This option is preferable, but is only possible when selling at auctions, where there is a buyer protection program and your rating or reviews of other collaborators are visible.
When sending, require at least a minimum advance payment, which will cover the shipment of the goods and confirm the seriousness of the buyer’s intentions. Do not send the item without prepayment, a person could easily change his mind or refuse to purchase. Please indicate the remaining amount as cash on delivery. In this case, the buyer will be able to inspect your iDevice at the post office, and they can pick it up only after paying the specified amount. This is the most common way to send goods to strangers. It is safer for them, but will require additional payment for sending money, which will fall on the buyer.

If sent by mail, you will also be responsible for packaging the goods. Each item being shipped should be securely wrapped individually, preferably in bubble wrap. After that, put all the components in one box (you can take an old one from under something or buy it at the post office), and fill the remaining space with crumpled newspaper, paper or bags.
If you decide to sell in person, choose the place and time responsibly. Try to make transactions during the day and in crowded places, such as shopping centers or cafes (McDonalds is a great place). It is advisable that the meeting place have free Wi-Fi and a power outlet. This way you can demonstrate most of the device's functions. Do not arrange transactions at train stations, squares, parks, etc. A large crowd of people is not always good, and you will have to leave with the amount of money received in front of everyone.

You should not give the buyer time to check the device; this means the possibility of returning it in 3-5 days or a week. During this period, the buyer himself may damage the device and try to return it to you. In addition, he may have acquaintances - “well-wishers” who will try to dissuade him from buying or demand something else in addition to the previously agreed conditions. Do not sell on debt, against receipts or on credit.

There are times when, having agreed on a price during a meeting, the buyer tries to bargain further, complain about a lack of money or demand a discount. To prevent this from happening, when communicating, immediately agree on your minimum price, and pay attention that you won’t give away the iDevice for less. During the conversation, be sure to clarify whether the buyer has familiarized himself with all the nuances of the device. Some people like to read only the name and price, and when they meet, they reproach them for not being warned about the scratched case or the absence of a box.

Pros:

• You can sell your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch at a good price;
• The widest possible range of potential buyers;
• Having gained experience in online sales, you can sell other things or equipment;
• The buyer will not be your acquaintance and will not bother you with questions in the future;
• You may not have to contact the buyer personally (for some this is significant);
• Most online auctions take measures to protect sellers and buyers (protection programs, user ratings or insurance are used).

Minuses:

• Selling online requires a little more fiddling than other types of selling;
• You can wait a long time for a buyer;
• It is necessary to monitor the product description page and, possibly, change the terms of the transaction;
• It may be necessary to ship the goods or have a personal meeting with the buyer;
• No one is safe from irresponsible or dishonest buyers.

There is no need to be afraid of online sales - this is the future of our trade relations. Millions of people around the world are already trading online and receiving all the ensuing benefits. Using our tips, you can sell not only Apple devices, but also any other equipment or things. Be extremely honest with customers, good luck on the Internet!

One of the advantages of the iPhone is that older models retain a good price, so if you decide to upgrade your smartphone, you can usually sell the old one for good money. But there are a few things you should do before selling to protect yourself and the buyer. Follow the seven steps below and you'll save your personal information and get some more money.

The first and most important step in preparing your iPhone for sale is backing up your data. We store a lot of important personal information on our phones - from addresses and phone numbers to photos - and we don't want a stranger to have access to it. It makes sense to delete this information, but it is better to make a backup copy first so that you can transfer this data to your new phone later.

There are two ways to back up your data: iTunes backup or iCloud backup. Chances are you've already done this. If so, make another final copy (depending on your settings, you may need to back up your photos to a separate application). If you did not make a backup, then follow the instructions in these articles:

• How to Sync iPhone (How to Backup to iTunes)
• How to use iCloud backup

Carpenters say it's better to measure twice and cut once. Such reasonable caution often prevents mistakes. It will be frustrating only to discover that the data in the backup is corrupted.

So, before proceeding to the next step, make sure that the most important data - contacts, photos (especially photos! A lot of people lose them), music tracks, etc. - are saved on your computer or iCloud (and remember that Almost everything you've ever downloaded from iTunes or the App Store can be downloaded again for free).

If anything is missing, back it up again. If everything is in place, proceed to the next step.

This step is very important. If you've ever turned on iCloud or , chances are you've activated Activation Lock on your phone. This is a powerful phone loss protection tool that requires the use of the original Apple ID to activate a new user.

This feature is great at stopping thieves, but if you sell your iPhone without disabling this feature, the buyer will not be able to use the phone. Resolve this issue by turning off Find My iPhone before proceeding. This is also required when selling iPhones to consignment stores.

It's not necessary, but a used iPhone is often worth more if it's carrier-unlocked. When an iPhone is activated, it is “locked” to one network. After a certain period of time, the phone can be unlocked, then it will work in the network of any operator.

Selling an unlocked iPhone means that buyers have choice and you can sell it to anyone, not just your carrier's customers. This is especially beneficial when selling an iPhone to a consignment store.

Once all your data is saved and verified and ready to be transferred to a new phone, you can erase it from the old one. The easiest way is to reset your iPhone to factory settings. This process removes all data and settings and returns the phone to the state it left the assembly line in.

Check iCloud

When the factory reset is complete, your iPhone should reboot and show the first setup screen. Now you don't have to do anything with your old iPhone. If everything went correctly, your old phone is left with just iOS and built-in apps, ready for its new owner to set up.

The best way to check this is iCloud and Find My iPhone. Go to Find My iPhone at http://www.icloud.com/find. Once downloaded, check if Find My iPhone shows your old phone. If not, then you can move on to the next stage.

If your old phone is still detected by Find My iPhone, use this site to remove your iPhone. To do this, select your iPhone and remove it from your account. If you don't do this, your iPhone will remain linked to your Find My iPhone account and the new owner won't be able to use it - and there's nothing worse than an offended customer.

Once all your data is deleted and Find My iPhone is no longer tracking your old iPhone, there is one more step left in preparing the phone for sale: making sure your iPhone is working.

Your plan and subscriptions should be transferred from your old phone to your new phone after you purchase and activate it. You may already know that everything works: you might already be receiving calls on your new phone. If so, everything is fine. If not, contact your mobile operator and check that your plan works before getting rid of your old phone.

The new iPhone 6s and 6s Plus have already appeared in the countries of the first wave of sales and will soon reach us, which means now is the time to save money to buy them. Considering the current prices for Apple equipment, before buying a new iPhone, many will have to sell the old one. You will learn how to do this correctly and as profitably as possible from this article.

Best time to sell

Some people don't sell their old iPhone until the new one goes on sale, for fear of being left without a smartphone for a while. In this case, you need to understand that after the new iPhone goes on sale, the price of previous models (of all generations) will begin to decline sharply. This is especially true for the latest, best model, which in an instant will cease to be such. Therefore, if you own an iPhone 6 and want to get as much money as possible for it, then it is in your best interest to sell it before the release of the iPhone 6s. Pull that old Nokia off the shelf, borrow a phone from a friend, or buy something inexpensive to stay connected in the days left before the new iPhones go on sale.

Preparing iPhone for sale

Before you post an ad for sale, there are a few things you need to do to help sell your iPhone for a better price.

Turn off Find My iPhone

Starting with iOS 7, all iPhones with Find My iPhone enabled cannot be activated by others without the previous owner's Apple ID password. Therefore, you must be absolutely sure that you have disabled this feature before you give the smartphone to the new owner. Otherwise, he will get into big trouble because of your forgetfulness.

To disable it, just open “Settings” → iCloud → “Find iPhone” and turn off the toggle switch. In this case, you will need to enter the password for your Apple ID.

Do a reset to erase all your data

Before you sell your old iPhone, you should also be sure that there is no personal data left on it. You don't want the new owner to see your personal photos, messages and data from various accounts, right? Luckily, iOS has a very convenient reset feature and you can completely erase your iPhone, restoring it to the way it was when you first bought it. It's very easy to do.

Open “Settings” → “General” → “Reset” and select “Erase content and settings.”

Get your iPhone in order and take high-quality photos

The price of a used iPhone depends on how well it has been preserved. If you handled your smartphone carefully and took care of it, then you have a better chance of selling it at a better price than owners of scratched and dented copies.

First of all, you need to clean your iPhone. Make sure you remove all surface contaminants and remove any dirt from crevices, openings, and ports. Wipe the screen thoroughly before taking photos to avoid visible fingerprints, smudges, or dust that could be mistaken for defects.

To make a successful sale, you must convince the buyer of your honesty, and to do this, it is important to describe the condition of your iPhone as best as possible. It's important to take some quality photos to show buyers that you're selling your own iPhone, and never use stock photos. Many people simply skip listings and listings if they use photos from the Apple website or other demo images. Also, if there are the slightest scratches or dents on the case or screen, be sure to describe them and show them in the photo.

Find original accessories

If you still have the original accessories and cables that came with the kit, be sure to find and include them. If there is also a box, that would be great. Plus, as a bonus, you can add other accessories that were purchased separately. Each of us accumulates cases, cases and other things that will not fit the new iPhone model (especially if you are upgrading from an iPhone 5/5s). So throw everything in the pile to sweeten the deal and get rid of your old smartphone quickly.

We put iPhone up for sale

Now that the preparation is complete, all we have to do is sell the iPhone. There are many places on the Internet that will help you find buyers and sell your old smartphone.

Notice boards, local sites

There are many popular platforms that have replaced newspaper advertisements. For Russia this is “From Hand to Hand”, Avito; for Ukraine - Olx. In addition, there are local advertisements on city portals, which you should not forget about if you live in a big city. This is a good option for those who do not want to deal with shipping.

All these portals have a similar structure and operating principles. Submitting an ad is almost always free (unless you post 10 lots a day), all you need to do is go through a simple registration procedure, post a photo of your iPhone, write a description and provide a phone number or other contact information. Choose a better photo, don’t forget about a detailed description, indicate your contacts and price.

It’s easier to decide on the price if you look at the offers of other users, choosing a condition and configuration similar to your iPhone. It all depends on your desire to sell: if you are not in a hurry, you can choose an average or above average price, but if you can’t wait to sell your old iPhone and buy a new one, you can lower the price a little, making it more attractive among other offers.

Auctions

Auctions are a more complex way to sell your iPhone because there are more rules to know and adhere to, as well as due to the ID verification process and the need to be in good standing as a seller. However, all these difficulties pay off with interest, since gadgets are sold at auctions at higher prices. The reason for this is the very reputation formed from the reviews of your counterparties, which buyers pay attention to. This is not available on classifieds portals, so people are willing to pay a little extra at an auction, but be sure that they are dealing with an honest and trustworthy seller.

The most popular auctions in Russia and Ukraine are Molotok and Aukro, respectively. They are almost completely identical, since they are regional versions of the Polish Allegro auction. In order to sell a lot, you need registration (which is quite trivial and should not cause you any difficulties) and account verification is very desirable. Since your reputation will be zero, I advise you not to neglect verification, since this will be at least some guarantee of your trustworthiness.

Listing a lot is almost no different from submitting an ad. Add a photo, fill in the required fields: description, category, condition, payment and delivery options. There are many nuances in trading that a beginner does not know about and can make mistakes. Therefore, if you are unfamiliar with auctions, it is better to choose a fixed price sale for the first time.

In case of a successful sale, the site will take a commission from you in the amount of several percent of the total cost of the lot. You can pay for it in many ways, including electronic payments, so there should be no problems.

Flea markets on special forums

Another selling option is all sorts of forums related to “apple-related” topics and gadgets in general. Each of them has a “Flea Market” section, which has a fairly wide audience. There are a lot of “literate” users on the forums who will immediately expose any trick. Here it is unlikely that you will be able to sell an iPhone or a smartphone that does not match the description at an inflated price - potential buyers will be immediately warned by other forum participants.

The sales procedure is similar to bulletin boards and auctions - we create a topic, add a photo and description to it and indicate all the nuances of the sale (payment, delivery, money back). In terms of reputation and trust, forums are much better than message boards and are closer to auctions in this regard. Here users have the opportunity to increase or decrease reputation points and leave a comment. This way you can easily figure out who cheated, and in your case (if you are a regular on the forum and have a positive rating), this will be an additional plus to your reputation.

Selling to someone from friends and relatives

A good option to repurpose your old iPhone. Many people around us do not chase the latest innovations, and what is already outdated for you may still be useful for others. Issues of trust and integrity are eliminated here, since everyone knows each other very well. However, for the same reason, you are unlikely to be able to sell your old iPhone for a high price. However, this is a great option for those who are too lazy to bother.

Trade-in when purchasing a new iPhone

Not the most profitable, but fast and convenient way. You simply return your old iPhone to the store (at a reduced price, of course) and pay off part of the cost of the new one with the proceeds. Quite a few retail outlets operate this way, so you can easily find them if you agree with the terms offered.

Well, that seems to be all. Now you know how to properly prepare and sell your iPhone. I hope this article will be useful to you when the need arises to sell an outdated device. If you have anything to add, feel free to leave a comment. And good luck with your sales!

If you've decided to sell your iPad 3, you've probably thought about how to clear its contents before selling it so that your photos, documents, bookmarks, journal histories, mail, passwords from various applications stored on it are not left as a gift to the new owner. Therefore, after reading this article, you can clean the contents of the iPad yourself.

In addition, before clearing, you will want to transfer almost all the information to another device or a new iPad, because you need to save the accumulated necessary information, contacts, music, videos, photos before selling. To do this, you need to create a backup copy of the data from your iPad 3, so that everything can be easily restored later. If you don’t know how much you can sell an iPad 3 for and how difficult it is to find a buyer, then keep in mind that there are special sites where various devices are sold online 24 hours a day. By registering with them, you can not only find out the price of the iPad 3, but also find a buyer.

So, you've decided to sell your iPad 2, iPad Mini or iPad 3. How to start washing your iPad mini and how to prepare the device for sale?

First, you need to delete all personal information so that the third iPad will be updated to factory settings, as it was before your purchase. To do this, follow the following algorithm of actions.

Copy all data. In order to back up information, launch iTunes on your computer and connect your tablet to it by activating the tablet icon at the top left of the program window. Then, by going down, activate the “Create a copy now” button.

If this program is not installed on your PC, download it for free from the official website or update it to the latest version. If your tablet has accumulated a lot of photos, pictures, music or video files, then performing a backup will take a long period of time.

A backup copy is needed so that you can later restore all data from it to a new iPad or other device. To do this, in the same program, use the “Restore from copy” button.

Turn off iMessage and FaceTime

To prevent the new owner from receiving instant messengers addressed to you on the iPad, you need to disable all Apple service applications. Disable the iMessage application. To do this, open the “Settings” menu and go to the “Messages” section, where move the activation button to the left to disable the function.

Disable FaceTime service. To do this, go to the “Settings” menu and click on the “FaceTime” application. In the window, move the activation icon to the left to disable the service.

Disable iCloud storage

Surely, when using an iPad, you registered an account in the iCloud program and created copies in the process. Therefore, there is a lot of personal information in the storage, but there is no need to delete it, because it is stored on the cloud. It is important to disable access to the cloud so that the new owner does not accidentally gain access to it. To do this, you need to go to the “Settings” menu and open the iCloud section, where you activate the “Sign Out” item. Now you can log into iCloud from an iPad or other device only if you know the storage password.

Clear information

To clear all the contents of your iPad, open the Settings menu and go to the General section, where you click the Reset button. Then select what exactly to erase; in this case, select the “Erase content and settings” section. At the same time, iOS will ask again: have you really decided to erase all data, settings and other content irreversibly? You will confirm, and this will clear all your personal data and settings on this iPad. Now you don’t have to worry about someone reading your notes, logging into applications on your behalf, or gaining access to your bank accounts. All access will be closed and services will be disabled.

If the new owner logs into different services and applications, he will have to register in them again, just like in a new device.

When you used the Apple Pay application on your tablet, before selling it, delete passwords and all credit card data by going to the “Settings” of the iPad and going to the “Devices” section, on which click the “Delete” button opposite the service so as not to leave any sensitive data on the iPad.

When iPad is not available

Suddenly it happened that you had to sell a tablet from which you did not erase the information: either you forgot, or did not know how to do it correctly. In any case, the sold iPad is no longer with you, but your email data and login to various applications remain available to another person. What to do now? It's OK. Everything can be fixed; it is on the iPad that you can erase content and settings remotely, that is, over a long distance without any connections or calls to the new owner.

To do this, just go to the Internet on any device and go to the official website of the iCloude.com program to log into your iCloud storage account. To do this, you must enter your account password. Use the Find My iPad service to delete content and settings from a distance.

After the program determines the location of the iPad, click on the “Erase” item, then activate the “Remove from account” section so that the program no longer finds this iPad as yours, and the new owner, on the contrary, can register this tablet in iCloud as yours and track its location in the future. Remember, until you cancel your iCloud account, the sold tablet will be tracked on the Internet as yours.

When the content on the iPad is deleted, you need to activate the iMessage application on the new device no earlier than a day later. After signing out of iCloud on your tablet, it's better to change your old password just in case.