Question 1

How do I sign out of my Apple ID or iCloud login before selling my iPhone 6S?

Accepted Answer

Go to your Settings > Select Apple ID > Scroll to the bottom > Select ‘Sign Out’. To clear up definitions, your iCloud login is the same thing as you Apple ID.

Question 2

Do I have to give the charger and box when selling my iPhone 6S?

Accepted Answer

If you include your original wall charger and cable and they are in good working condition then, you will get a higher selling price, which means more money!

Question 3

How do I erase all content on my 6S before selling it?

Accepted Answer

Remember, if you’re erasing all content, you’ll also be erasing your phone from Find My iPhone and whatever is in your iCloud account. The best way to do this is to go to your Settings > Tap ‘general’ > Choose ‘reset’ and select ‘erase all content and settings’.

Question 4

What do I have to provide when selling my iPhone 6S?

Accepted Answer

All the information we need from you will be asked for during the few minutes you spend on creating your listing. We’ll need your full name, contact details, delivery address and the details of the device you’re selling such as the make, model, colour and if there’s any damage to it. We will also need your banking details so that you can get paid for the sale of your phone.

Question 5

How do I remove my phone from Find My iPhone before selling it?

Accepted Answer

To remove your phone from Find My iPhone, go into your Settings > tap ‘iCloud’ > then scroll down to ‘Find My iPhone’ and toggle off. This will remove your phone from being found by the app.

Question 6

How best do I safely backup my iPhone’s data before selling it?

Accepted Answer

Go to your Settings > Sign into your Apple ID by typing in your logins or using your fingerprint > Tap iCloud > Tap the slider next to the apps you wish to backup > Scroll to the bottom of the list and select iCloud backup app > Tap ‘backup now’ You can also do this via iTunes: Connect your phone to your computer > Open iTunes > Click on the Device icon next to the category dropdown menu on the left side > Select ‘Summary’ from the sidebar > Select ‘Backup Now’ under ‘Manually Backup and Restore’.

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