How to Check Your Apple iPhone’s Warranty Status (2025 Guide)

August 14, 2025

Buying a new iPhone is exciting—but also a big investment. Knowing whether your device is still under warranty can save you stress (and money) if something goes wrong. Every iPhone comes with:

  • 1 year of hardware repair coverage
  • 90 days of free technical support by phone

You can also extend coverage with AppleCare+, which provides up to 3 years of protection, including accidental damage learn more on Apple’s site.

Step 1: Find Your iPhone’s Serial Number or IMEI/MEID

To check your warranty status on your device, you have to first know your serial or IMEI/MEID number and your iPhone model. The two-staged process involves:

  1. Get your IMEI/MEID or Serial Number.
  2. Use Apple’s warranty tools to verify your coverage.

Here’s where to find these details:

iPhone ModelsWhere to Find Serial/IMEI
Recent models (iPhone 7 through iPhone 16 series)Settings → General → About (Serial & IMEI shown). IMEI also on the SIM tray.
iPhone 6 / SE (1st Gen) / 5 seriesSerial in Settings; IMEI engraved on the back of the device.
Older models (iPhone 4, 3GS, Original)Serial & IMEI engraved on the SIM tray or device back.
iPhone 17 series (2025)Same as recent models—find it in Settings or on the SIM tray once released.

Note: The iPhone 16 lineup, including the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, and the entry-level iPhone 16e, was released in September 2024 and February 2025 respectively.

iPhone 17 lineup—including iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max—is expected to launch on September 9, 2025.

Step 2: Check Your iPhone Warranty Online

Apple offers several official ways to confirm your coverage:

Step 2: Check Your iPhone Warranty Online

Apple provides multiple official ways to confirm your coverage:

1. On Your iPhone (Easiest)

  • Go to Settings → General → About
  • Tap Coverage (or AppleCare & Warranty on newer iOS versions)
  • View your warranty or AppleCare+ status instantly Official Apple Guide

2. Apple’s Check Coverage Website

  • Visit: checkcoverage.apple.com
  • Enter your serial number and complete the CAPTCHA
  • Click Continue to see warranty, support eligibility, and expiry

3. Apple Support App

  • Download the Apple Support app (free on App Store)
  • Sign in with your Apple ID
  • Tap My Devices → Coverage Info to view warranty & AppleCare+ status

4. Apple My Support Portal

  • Go to support.apple.com/my-support
  • Sign in with your Apple ID
  • Select your device under My Devices to view purchase date, warranty, and support coverage

What Information You’ll Get

Apple’s warranty checker will reveal:

Whether your iPhone is still under Limited Warranty

  • AppleCare+ status
  • Warranty expiration date
  • Eligibility for AppleCare+ (usually within 60 days of purchase)
  • Repair and support coverage details

Additional Tips for 2025

  • Stick to official Apple tools—avoid third-party IMEI checkers
  • AppleCare+ can be purchased or transferred within 60 days of purchase
  • In some regions, consumer law may extend your coverage—if your purchase date looks incorrect, contact Apple support with proof of purchase

iPhones in 2025: What’s New

iPhone 16 series – Released September 2024; entry-level iPhone 16e debuted February 28, 2025.

iPhone 17 lineup – Expected to launch on September 9, 2025, including:

  • iPhone 17
  • iPhone 17 Air (ultra-thin replacement for “Plus”)
  • iPhone 17 Pro
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max

Rumors include reverse wireless charging, 48 MP triple rear cameras, 24 MP selfie cameras, A19 Pro chip, and 12 GB RAM on Pro models.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes. Sign in to [appleid.apple.com], go to Devices, copy your serial/IMEI, and use [Apple’s Check Coverage tool].

1 year of limited warranty + 90 days of support. AppleCare+ extends coverage up to 3 years.

Yes—within 60 days of purchase.

Yes, it can be transferred, adding resale value.

Only official Apple tools guarantee accurate results.

Submit proof of purchase to Apple to correct the record and restore coverage.

Final Thoughts

Checking your iPhone’s warranty in 2025 is quick and simple with Apple’s official tools. But if your coverage has expired or you’re ready for an upgrade, SwiftTechBuy is here to help.

At our Milwaukee and Chicago store, we offer buyback services for old and used devices, fast and reliable iPhone repairs, and a wide selection of certified refurbished devices—all at competitive prices. Whether you want to repair, trade in, or upgrade, SwiftTechBuy makes it easy.

Ahmed Bagoun
Ahmed Bagoun is the owner of SwiftTechBuy and a passionate tech enthusiast with a keen eye for the latest innovations in gadgets and consumer technology. Through his work, Ahmed shares insights, reviews, and practical tips to help readers make smarter tech decisions. When he’s not running SwiftTechBuy, you’ll find him exploring emerging trends in the digital world and turning complex tech topics into simple, actionable knowledge for everyday users.

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