Tips Before You Sell Your iPhone 7 Online

There are a million reasons why you would sell your iPhone 7 online, from wanting an upgrade (hey the iPhone X is about to come!) to having an end-of-life device in your hands. There are a number of online entities willing to pay for your damaged device; we buy phones, for one, which makes selling online a hassle-free prospect.

But here’s the catch: you can’t just boot your PC, find some random buyer or company and hand over your iPhone 7 for money. This careless act can turn against you in the long run, which is why we’re here to give you a checklist you need to go over before selling your device on the World Wide Web.

1. Back up your iPhone

Transitioning from one device to another is a hefty task, particularly when you’ve spent quite some time with the handset you’re selling online. After all, it’s only the smartphone you’re parting ways with, not the data and all your personal stuff. As such, it’s always a great idea to back up your iPhone so that you’re sure to have all your contacts, photos, and whatnot after the sale.

2. Purge the device with all your important information

 But backing up isn’t the only thing you should do before you sell your iPhone 7 online. These days, data is the most important commodity, and everyone is responsible for protecting his or her own information. Apple says you should revert your handset to factory settings should you wish to sell or give it away. You can do this by following this path: Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Oh, and make sure to deregister iMessage if you’re finally switching to a non-iOS phone.

3. Keep all accessories intact

Some buyers prefer having the peripherals and other accessories in the box when you sell your device. These include chargers and headphones among other things. While it’s not always the case, keeping your wires (and some other wireless thingamajigs) in good condition for sale can help you rake in a little bit more money.

4. Sell your iPhone to reputable sources

 Make sure that you know who you’re dealing with so that you won’t lose both your iPhone and your money. Don’t hesitate to call your buyer or the institution for clarifications and other matters.

Here at Swift Tech Buy, we buy phones that are pre-loved and still in working condition or are damaged. Your trust and convenience are important to us, which is why we offer online processing in very easy steps.

With these in mind, you’re now ready to take on selling your iPhone 7 online. Tell us about your experience in the comments!

About the writer. Ahmed Bagoun is a phone enthusiast and a self-admitted Apple fanboy. He has been in the phone business for 6+ years. He’s currently the owner of Jad wireless phone repair shop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and the phone trade-in website Swift Tech Buy.