For all personal data is removed to prevent misuse. s store a ton of sensitive information on their personal devices, including photos, documents, credit card details, s, and much more. An iPhone or iPad that isn't completely erased and reset can give the new owner access to all this information, plus access to the 's email and social media s.
Given that Apple devices retain their value longer than their Android counterparts, it's not uncommon for s to sell their iPhones or iPads before upgrading to a new one. While there are several platforms where s can sell old electronics, Apple offers a trade-in program that lets s claim credit for their next purchase or get an Apple Store gift card that can be used in the future. The credit offered ranges from up to $195 for the iPhone SE 2nd-gen, all the way up to $770 for the iPhone 12 Pro Max. For iPads, Apple offers up to $210 for the iPad mini and up to $585 for an iPad Pro.
In case a decides to sell their iPhone or iPad, Apple while signed in to iCloud, since this will delete them on iCloud servers and the 's other Apple devices as well. The next step is to de iMessage and unpair any synced items like an Apple Watch. After this is done, s can reset their iPhone by going to Settings, tapping on General > Transfer or Reset, and finally Erase All Content and Settings. s might be required to enter their Apple ID at this stage, as well as erase the eSIM if applicable. After this, enter the code if prompted and click on 'Erase'.
Secure Personal Information Remotely
In case a sells or gives away their iPhone or iPad without removing their personal information, there are a few steps they can follow. The first one is to ask the new owner to erase all their information, provided it's someone they know. Alternatively, they can sign in to iCloud or the Find My app on another device, locate the old device and click on 'Erase'. The device can then be removed from the iCloud . If these options are not available, s are advised to change their Apple ID , which will prevent the new owner from deleting their information from iCloud. s can also remove their debit card and credit cards from iCloud by going to Settings, clicking on the device, and removing Apple Pay.
A final step iPhone and iPad s can take is to remove any old devices from their Trusted Devices list. To do this on iOS or iPadOS, open Settings, tap on the name, and then scroll down to see the list of devices linked to the Apple ID. Tap on any device to view its details, and then click 'Remove from '. By following these best practices, s can ensure their personal information isn't compromised when they a new iPhone or iPad.
Source: Apple