Prepare iPhone 6 for sale - all tips
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Before you sell your iPhone 6, there are a few tips on how to prepare it for sale. In this practical tip, we will explain how to save your data and get the best sales price.
Sell iPhone 6: create backup
So that you can restore your data on the new phone, you should first make a backup:
- Here we show you how to create a local backup using iTunes. We recommend that you create such a backup, even if you have backed up your data in iCloud.
- You can also back up your data in iCloud. To do this, tap on your AppleID in the settings and then on "iCloud" and select the data to be backed up.
Sell iPhone 6: Sign out of iCloud
So that the buyer does not see your AppleID when the iPhone is switched on and Search for iPhone is deactivated, you should log out before resetting the device:
- Open Settings and tap your AppleID.
- Scroll down and tap "Sign out".
- Confirm with your password.
Sell iPhone 6: Reset iPhone
Reset your iPhone completely so that all apps, settings and data are deleted from the iPhone:
- Open the settings and tap on "General".
- Scroll to the very bottom and tap "Reset".
- Select "Clear all content & settings" and confirm with your password.
- The iPhone now turns off and then restarts. All data and settings are deleted.
Sell iPhone 6: Unlink AppleID
Finally, remove the link between the iPhone and your AppleID:
- Open iTunes and under "Account" click on "View my account".
- Under iTunes in the Cloud, click Manage Devices.
- Click "Remove" next to the iPhone you want to sell.
Clean and package iPhone for sale
- Clean iPhone so it looks good for sale. Use a clean, slightly damp cloth for this. You may be able to use a small drop of detergent. Then polish it with a microfiber cloth.
- You can remove superficial scratches yourself with household remedies. So you can charge more money for your iPhone 6.
- If possible, pack the iPhone in the original packaging. Don't forget to remove your SIM card beforehand.
On the next page we will show you five more tips that will help you get more money out of your used iPhone.