Will CeX wipe data?

We will however also perform a data wipe ourselves as part of the test process.

Does CeX factory reset phones?

"All phones are wiped to a standard level and full factory restores are carried out," he said. "It is our understanding that specialist software may still be able to recover certain information stored on the phone, but we do everything in our power to ensure all personal data is removed from the device."

Do cash converters wipe phones?

Customers selling their phones to Cash Converters and CEX – two of the UK's largest pawn shops – are assured that their devices will be wiped before being sold on.

What to do before selling phone to CeX?

CEX will only accept a phone if it has all the essential accessories with it, and this includes the charger. This is because they need the charger to be able to sell the phone on. If there are any other connectors that you received when the phone was bought as new, they should also be passed on to CEX.

Is everything in CeX second hand?

As the nature of our business is the purchase and sale of second-hand items, all the items listed on our website are second-hand, unless stated. Most items are graded in accordance with the condition and accessories associated with them.

The CEX Scam

Can you just walk into CeX and sell?

Head down to your local high-street CeX and be greeted by our friendly in-store staff. You can sign up for a membership, browse our products and trade in your old tech for cash or get more for a CeX voucher! Find your local store here. Drop & GO!

Is Cex a safe site?

Regulated and licensed: CEX.IO is regulated and licensed to operate in all jurisdictions where it offers its services, giving investors peace of mind that they're using a compliant platform.

Is CEX crypto safe?

Is your cryptocurrency safe with CEX.IO? Your cryptocurrency is safe as can be expected on any cryptocurrency platform with CEX.IO. This exchange has excellent security practices, and since its launch in 2013, it has never lost any of its customers' funds.

Can you sell in CeX without ID?

You do not need to bring ID to sign up for Exchange Membership. We just need your name and postcode. Note: Exchange Memberships allow you to trade-in all items except mobile phones and devices having IMEI numbers. If you want to trade-in or sell mobile phones or any IMEI'd device, you will need Full Membership.

Do CeX pay out cash?

When selling items to any CeX store you can be paid by the following methods: CeX Voucher. Cash. Bank Transfer (FPS)

Is there a limit to how much you can sell to CeX?

Print. There is no minimum or maximum amount of items that can be sold to us in store. The most common form of bulk-selling discount would be if you are selling 2 or more of the same product or products. Our pricing team will advise the store staff if any bulk-selling discount is to be applied.

Will CeX wipe my laptop?

8.5 Obligation to wipe data: It is the sole responsibility of the Customer to ensure that any device sold to CeX is clear of any personal information. The Customer would use all reasonable measures to wipe/erase the data on the device or any additional storage device included in that device.

Do CeX check stolen goods?

We test all items sold to us & we run all serial numbers through a system that is linked to the police database for items that have been reported lost or stolen. At times, some items can be reported as lost/stolen after they have been sold to us.

Do CeX take damaged items?

If you purchased an order online and it becomes faulty within the first 30 days of purchase, you can return it to any CeX store to be tested and refunded if found to be faulty. Alternatively you can post the item back to us.

Does CeX take locked phones?

CeX offers an unlocking service in most stores.

Can CeX ask for money back?

30 Days Statutory Refund Policy - Did your item develop a fault, that has occurred through no fault of your own? Provided it is returned with a receipt and we can verify the fault, we can offer a full refund to the original payment method, repair or replace the item, or exchange it for something else of equal value.

Will CeX buy my phone without the box?

Print. We will buy most unboxed hardware, however we do not buy unboxed Optical Media (DVDs, Games, Blu-rays, CDs etc.).

Is it safe to sell a wiped phone?

Whatever decision you take, it's important that all your personal data is wiped clean before disposing of it. You don't want to accidentally pass on your personal information to someone else. Leaving personal details on your old device may expose you to security and privacy risks.

Can a stolen phone be wiped clean?

Remotely erase your phone's data

When your phone is stolen, you should consider it gone. Make sure to erase your device's data to stop thieves from finding sensitive information or photos. On Android and iOS, you can wipe your phone's data remotely by using the “Find My” app.

Can my company wipe my phone?

Essentially, if a device is lost or stolen, IT admins can use their Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution to send a command that completely erases all stored data, protecting the company's valuable assets and reducing the risk of breach or compromise. Data breaches are more costly than ever.

How long do CeX take to check phones?

Print. For online orders posted to warehouse, once we receive your goods we will get to work immediately, and we will endeavour to test and process payments within a week.

What do CeX check when buying a phone?

Has CEX been hacked?

UK-based second-hand gaming reseller CeX confirmed they suffered an online security breach that led to the theft two million registered website customers” personal data, including full names, addresses, email addresses and phone numbers.

Which is safer Dex or CEX?

The major difference of these two types of exchange platforms is custody. Unlike CEXes, no central authority or third party is involved in the operation of a DEX. As a result, a user retains full control of their funds stored or traded on DEXes, which offer a higher degree of security than CEXes.