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With major smartphone brands releasing new models every few months, owning an old phone that is gathering dust may seem like a waste of space. However, you can actually earn some money by selling your old smartphone. There are various options available for selling your phone, such as using websites like Craigslist, eBay, Gazelle, or Glyde. Below are some things you need to know before you sell your old phone:
Amazon
Amazon’s electronics trade-in program is one of the easiest ways to sell your old phone. You can get an estimate of how much your phone is worth by visiting Amazon’s site and selecting “Trade In Electronics” under “Electronics & Computers” from the “Shop by Department” menu. However, Amazon only accepts phones that are in functional condition and meet certain standards, namely Like New, Good, and Acceptable. You will receive Amazon Gift Card credit instead of cash.
Apple
Apple’s iPhone Recycling Program is applicable only for iPhones that are in working condition. The value of your old phone will be assessed based on a few questions about the phone’s condition. If it’s damaged, you can send it to the company for recycling and receive credit that can be applied to the purchase of a new phone or other Apple products.
Best Buy
Best Buy accepts a wide range of phones, including old models like flip phones, and gives a gift card in exchange. You can use the BestBuyTradeIn.com website to get an estimate of how much your old phone is worth. The criteria for evaluating the phone’s condition are specific, but the evaluation is done quickly.
Gazelle
Gazelle is a service that’s dedicated to buying used electronics. It offers cash for your old phone and is easy to use. You can get an estimate of how much your phone is worth by visiting their website and providing some information about your phone. However, it only accepts phones from certain brands, such as Apple, BlackBerry, HTC, LG, Mototola, Nokia, and Samsung.
Glyde
Glyde is a website that allows you to buy and sell used electronics. You can list your old phone for sale and set a price, but Glyde does not buy your phone from you. It takes a transaction fee and shipping fee from the buyer’s payment instead. You can set a lower or higher price than the market value.
Aside from these services, you can choose to sell your old phone on eBay or Craigslist. However, you should be wary of fraudulent buyers and make sure to use safe payment methods like PayPal. You should also take good pictures of the phone and provide an honest description of its condition.
FAQs
1. Can I sell a phone that is severely damaged or not working?
Most services mentioned in this guide only accept phones that are in functional condition, with some minor wear and tear. However, you can still sell a severely damaged phone by contacting a specialized phone recycler that can extract some value from its components.
2. How much can I expect to sell my old phone for?
The value of your old phone depends on several factors, including the brand, model, age, and condition. Online marketplaces and trade-in services provide estimates of how much your phone is worth based on this information.