Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings .
Values depend on your iPhone's model and condition. Below are the maximum estimated values for recent models as of early 2026: iPhone Model Max Estimated Value iPhone 16 Pro Max Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to iPhone 16 Pro Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $550 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $435 iPhone 15 Pro Max Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $450 iPhone 15 Pro Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $410 iPhone 14 Pro Max Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $320 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Up to $185 How to Prepare Your iPhone
Use iCloud Backup (Settings > [Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup) or connect to a computer to save your information.
Once Apple receives and inspects the device, they will finalize your credit. If the condition differs from your description, they may offer a revised value, which you can accept or reject.
This is critical; Apple cannot accept devices with Activation Lock enabled.
The Apple Trade In program allows you to exchange your current iPhone for credit toward a new purchase or an Apple Gift Card. If your device has no trade-in value, Apple will recycle it for free.
Bring your device to an Apple Store for an immediate inspection and instant credit.
