Guide: How to prepare an Apple Watch for Trade-In / Resale

Before selling or trading in your Apple Watch, completing these steps protects your personal data and ensures a smooth transfer to its new owner.

How to Prepare Your Apple Watch for Sale or Trade-In

1. Charge your Apple Watch
2. Unpair your watch by opening the Watch app > My Watch > tap your watch > (i) > Unpair Apple Watch
3. Remove it from iCloud by going to Settings > your Name at the top > scroll to the bottom > tap your Apple Watch > Remove from Account
4. Open the Find My app > Devices > select your Apple Watch > Remove This Device

Your Apple Watch is now ready for sale or trade-in!


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