Sell My Iphone May 2026

: Disable Stolen Device Protection (Settings > Privacy & Security) before resetting to avoid a one-hour security delay if you are at a trade-in store.

: If you are switching to a non-Apple phone (like Android), turn off iMessage in Settings > Messages to avoid missing incoming texts. SELL MY IPHONE

When listing your phone on platforms like eBay , Swappa , or Back Market , mention these specific details to attract serious buyers: Sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone - Apple Support : Disable Stolen Device Protection (Settings > Privacy

: If you use an Apple Watch, unpair it in the Watch app. This triggers a final backup of your watch data and removes its Activation Lock. or Back Market