Can I sell a locked iPhone?

You may be able to sell your carrier-locked iPhone as long as it is legally yours. If your iPhone is currently locked to a network, it is legal to sell it even if you still owe money on the phone contract. Most networks do not want the phone back if you can't pay your bill or decide to sell it.

Can I sell my phone if its locked?

So, is it illegal to sell iCloud locked phones and locked Android phones? You have a few options, but there are different types of “locks,” and it's essential to know what kind of lock exists on your phone. If your phone is locked to a network, it is legal to sell.

Do iPhones need to be unlocked to sell?

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This one is optional, but in many cases, a used iPhone is worth more if it's unlocked from its original cell phone network.

How much is my locked iPhone worth?

iCloud locked iPhones are worth almost nothing and are generally only purchased by companies who scrap them for spare parts. You'll have a very hard time finding interested buyers, as companies like GadgetGone do not accept iCloud locked iPhones. If, however, you came by the iPhone legally, then yes, you can sell it.

Will Apple buy my locked iPhone?

Yes. If you mean trading it in as part of a new purchase then yes. If you're just wanting to do a swap and get an unlocked device in exchange for your locked one then no. You would have to purchase a new one and get trade-in value for your locked one.

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What can I do with a locked iPhone?

What if I bought a locked iPhone?

If a used iOS device has been 'Activation locked' then only the previous owner can unlock it, either by providing you with the account ID and password, or by carrying out the steps detailed in How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support (as he should have done before selling it).

Can you sell stolen iPhone?

It's illegal to sell a lost or stolen phone, so recyclers are duty-bound to cooperate with law enforcement here. Only ever sell a gadget that is truly yours to sell.

Will ecoATM take locked phones?

Locked phones? – That depends on what you mean by “locked.” If your device is locked to a specific carrier, then yes, ecoATM will happily take it. Just be sure to say that your phone isn't in working condition when you take it to the kiosk.

Is it possible to remove activation lock without previous owner?

One of the ways to remove the Find My iPhone activation lock from your iPhone without the previous owner is to present a proof of purchase to the Apple support team. When you give this document to Apple, they can verify the original owner of the phone and then can help you unlock the device.

Who buys iPhones that's locked?

SellLocked purchases all types of iPhones in any condition, including iCloud-locked iPhones. If you accept their proposed price, SellLocked will send you a prepaid mailing label so you can ship your iPhone for free. Within five days of receiving your phone, they will pay you by check or via PayPal.

Why do people sell locked iPhones?

It's almost impossible to unlock them, and no one wants to have anything to do with those devices for the trade-in option. You might be able to sell it for someone who would use that phone as a second phone for taking photos, etc. The price for these phones is really low, it might be better to sell parts.

Does anyone buy locked phones?

Some buyback stores will buy locked phones. Prices depend on your phone's model, capacity and condition as well as the type of lock placed on your phone. For example, blacklisted and finance locked phones can be worth between 55% to 98% of an unlocked phone's value.

Can I put a locked iPhone in ecoATM?

In order to use ecoATM, all Apple phones must have Find My iPhone turned off before the phone can be assessed by the kiosk. There are two reasons for this: Most of the phones sold to ecoATM are refurbished and given a second life, and we cannot do that with your device if the Find My iPhone feature is still activated.

Can I sell my disabled iPhone to ecoATM?

At ecoATM kiosks, you can trade in cell phones, MP3 players and tablets in any condition. Even if your device doesn't power on, it may have some value. If not, we'll responsibly recycle it for free.

Does ecoATM take phones that aren't reset?

ecoATM accepts all tablets, MP3 players and cell phones, even if they're cracked, scratched or unable to power on. Though we may not be able to offer a cash payment for some devices, we always ensure it's properly recycled or reused. We make it easy to go green, and your device may be worth cash on the spot.

Can a locked stolen iPhone be used?

Even if your ‌iPhone‌ is fully erased, the person who has it can't use it. Activation Lock stays on and there is no way to bypass it. As soon as the ‌iPhone‌ boots up, it asks for an ‌Apple ID‌ and password and it won't go past the activation screen without the information.

What happens if you sell a stolen phone to ecoATM?

Additionally, if an individual is identified by law enforcement as having sold a stolen device at an ecoATM kiosk, we electronically "ban" that individual from conducting further transactions at ecoATM kiosks.

Does Apple track stolen iPhones?

Recover your lost iPhone: The Find My app is key

Every single iOS device has Apple's Find My service, formerly Find My iPhone, built into its system settings. The app is connected to and managed by your Apple ID.

Can anyone open a locked iPhone?

Only your carrier can unlock your iPhone. Contact them and request an unlock. After you submit the request, it might take a few days to complete. Contact your carrier to check the status of your request.

What if I bought a locked phone?

When a handset is locked it means it will only work with the provider that you bought it from. If your phone is locked it won't automatically become unlocked when your contract expires with your provider. You'll have to specifically ask your carrier to unlock it.

What proof does Apple remove activation lock?

Proof of ownership must include the product serial number, IMEI, or MEID. Your data on the device will be erased – If Apple unlocks Activation Lock on your device, all files and data stored on your device will be permanently erased.

Can thieves bypass activation lock?

And spoofing Apple notifications is the primary way that criminals trick people into disabling activation lock. And you can't jailbreak a phone without unlocking it. And jailbreaking does not defeat Activation Lock.