Lots of people buy used Apple^® devices to save a bit of money, which means that you can use your pre-owned MacBook^® as a trade-in on a new device. However, it’s important that you take certain steps, so you can ensure the device is ready for its new owner. 

What Should You Do Before Trading in a MacBook?

1. Back Up Your Files

Either transfer important files to another device or ensure they’re properly backed up. If you store items in the iCloud^®, they should already be available there. You can also use the Time Machine^® feature included with your MacBook. 

2. Sign Out of iTunes^®, iCloud, & iMessage^®

You don’t want the next person who buys your Apple device to inadvertently stumble upon your messages or files. Make sure you sign out of everything, With iTunes, you’ll need to input your Apple ID and password before selecting deauthorize. 

3. Unpair Bluetooth^® Devices

You might have Bluetooth peripherals, such as the keyboard and mouse, that you wish to keep. In this case, go into the systems preferences portion of the Apple menu and click on the Bluetooth option. From there, you can unpair any devices you plan on keeping. 

4. Restore Factory Settings

You can use the disk utility to reformat the drive, but make sure all files have been properly backed up first. Once you’ve reformatted the drive, reinstall the macOS^®. Once the new operating system boots up, don’t complete the setup steps when prompted. Instead, shut down the machine and save the setup for the new owner. 

Whether you want to sell or buy used Apple devices, Experimax King of Prussia can help. They feature a wide range of refurbished Apple products, including the iPhone^®, iPad^®, MacBook, and other devices. They also use a simple three-step process when it comes to trade-ins, which entails an instant offer on your device. When you buy used Apple devices from them, you can ensure a high quality, thanks to their warranty, which is good for 90 days after your purchase. Residents of King of Prussia, PA, can call (610) 510-2094 for more information. You can also look over their products by visiting them online.