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If you’re thinking of selling your iPad to upgrade to a newer model, you need to take a few steps to make sure your data is wiped out before you hand over your iPad to a buyer. No need for the buyer to see pictures of your Aunt Millie’s 90th birthday party or whatever other photos you may have on your iPad. Your contacts, documents, passwords and other confidential information should not pass into the hands of the buyer when you deliver the device.
Also, when you’re buying a new device, it’s important to know what factors to consider for resale. Will a certain color bring more at resale? What about more storage space?
You may be wondering whether it’s worth getting your iPad repaired before you offer it for resale.
Glyde has kindly provided me with its guide for preparing your devices for resale as well as factors to consider when purchasing your new iPad, which I am passing along to you, with Glyde’s permission.
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From Glyde:
1) Cracked screen? It may be worth getting your screen fixed before selling it online. It’s a small cost that can often mean a significant dollar difference.
· Repairs on LCDs or glass & LCDs typically cost $150-$250. Fixing your device makes it sellable on a marketplace and you will likely be able to make up the spend on repairs by selling vs. settling for a trade-in on the broken device.
o For example, Gazelle will only give your $70 for your cracked iPad 2, but you could sell that same repaired device on Glyde for up to $411 as a general sale or a guaranteed $330 as part of their speed sale offering.
2) If your iPad has these things, expect to get less value when re selling:
· Don’t get your iPad engraved! Engraved iPads sell for approximately 30% less.
· Put a case on it! Excessive scratching or dents can reduce the price by approximately 20%.
· Storage capacity matters, color doesn’t (as much)! Expect to get 10-20% more on each storage level up (16 vs. 32 vs. 64gb, based on Amazon trade-in and Glyde suggested market prices on iPad 2 wi-fi), while color makes little to no a difference.
3) Remember to wipe your data before you sell your iPad. There is a quick version (from the device itself) and a longer version (from your computer on iTunes with iPad connected), which will ensure that all wiped data is backed up to your iTunes account for future use. Glyde recommends backing up your info for the next iPad you buy!
· Quick and Easy version (all data permanently erased):
o On iPad, tap the “Settings” app, select “General”
o You’ll see a “Reset” option at the bottom. Tap it, and you’ll see all sorts of options for resetting your iPad.
o The option you need to select is “Erase all content and settings”.
o After tapping “Erase” through a few warning messages, you will be finished, and all data will be wiped from the iPad, returning it to its original factory settings.
· Slow and Safe version (all data is safe and backed up to iTunes account):
o Connect your iPad to your computer with USB cable.
o Connect to the iTunes Store on your computer, and make sure that all apps, photos, notes and media are transferred back over (this should happen automatically).
o Manually back up your iPad by right clicking on the iPad icon in the upper left corner and selecting “Back Up”
o Go into the iPad Summary pane on iTunes and select “Restore”. You’ll need to click through a few warning messages, but eventually your iPad will show the same “Connect to iTunes” screen it had when you first brought it home, and it will have been completely wiped, returning it to its original factory settings.
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Many thanks to Glyde for this helpful advice!
Bottom Line
By taking a few steps to prepare your iPad for resale, you can be sure that everyone is happy with the transaction!
Do you make purchase decisions based upon resale value? Have you ever discovered data on a device you bought? Let us know in the Comments section below!
* Hands on iPad image by Joseandres Guijarro
* Happy iPad owner image by Josh Fassbind
Thanks for the tips. I am not sure if I will resell my current iPad or just keep it for the kids. That’s assuming I get a new one! lol
Hi Carol, I understand your dilemma. If you sell your current iPad, you will be able to afford your new iPad much sooner. But you also want your kids to have an iPad.
Decisions, decisions… 😕
Nice tips Carolyn!
I liked that you shared these wonderful tips soon after the post on Glyde yesterday- the timings apt so that anyone heading right there would know what to do first 🙂
Though I don’t yet have an iPad but these are great tips for those who want to resell and get a new one.
Thanks for sharing, and have a wonderful weekend 🙂
Hi Harleena, Thanks, you’re right, these suggestions are valuable for selling any sort of electronic device, not just an iPad.
I hope you have a lovely weekend, Harleena! 😀
Carolyn – I think these are wonderful tips and at the right time too. I think most of the iPAD 2 owners will want to switch to the newer and better iPAD, i was reviewing the features and was amazed at the retina display. It was wonderful and the resolution was astonishing. Wonder what next??
Hi Praveen, You bring up a very interesting point. I wonder how many of the iPad purchasers are upgrading from an iPad 2 or the original iPad, and how many are buying their first iPad? Of these, I think the weakest case could be made for upgrading from the iPad 2, but there are many people who enjoy having the lates and the greatest tech!
You’re right, it will be fascinating to see what comes next, not only in the iPad, but in the next iPhone! 🙂
News: Apple released new version…
“Time to buy old one!”
😛
Hi Dai, You’re absolutely correct. This is a great time to buy an older iPad. You will be saving a lot of money and still be getting a fantastic device! 🙂
**** Happy Birthday, Carolyn ****
Just received the new iPad & got all set up with Verizon. The screen is amazing!
Thanks for the tips. Trying to decide what to do with my iPad 2. I should probably sell it, but I still love it too much to do so! Crazy, I know.
Hope you enjoy a fabulous birthday! Time to party, girl! 🙂
Hi Virginia, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! Wow, you got a new iPad and still took the time to come to The Wonder of Tech and leave a comment. Very impressive!
I think you’ll find once you start using your new iPad that you have less interest in your iPad 2. But hang onto it for a while to see if you find a good use for it.
Thanks so much for the birthday wishes, Virginia! I love that Apple released the new iPad on my birthday!
I’ve got my eye on an iPad I think I’m going to steal from somebody here in our office; do you think I should show them this post and let them know it might not be a bad idea to go ahead and clean it up?
Good info because every device has a life and history all it’s own; it’s good to be able to clean them up. Now that the newer versions are out, maybe I should go online and start w/ a used one, huh?
I hope all is well and you have a great weekend.
Hi Bill, Very smart! It’s always a good idea to show Wonder of Tech articles to others. 😀
You’re right, the life cycle of new tech products is short, but the devices are still very useful for a long time after their “newness” has worn off.
Buying an iPad 2 would be a wise purchase. You would be getting a great device at a bargain price.
All is great, just busy, busy, busy (in a good way).
Have a super weekend, Bill!
Happy birthday mom! Great post (as always) on how to prepare your up. This will help those who are craving the new ipad be able to sell their old ipad!
Or alternativly we have a pretty good restoration guide!
Hi Sora, Welcome to The Wonder of Tech! Excellent point! This is very useful advice for buying an iPad and restoring it if you need to give it to someone else or want a “clean slate.”
Glyde is making a name for themselves aren’t they Carolyn? What great tips because I know a lot of people sometimes don’t think to wipe out all their info before selling it.
What great advice and so helpful. Only you would share this with us all too Carolyn so thank you for that.
Hope you’re enjoying your weekend!
~Adrienne
Hi Adrienne, A lot of people haven’t heard of Glyde yet, which is why I’m so excited to bring it to my readers. The more options people have for buying and selling devices the better.
Have a great Sunday, Adrienne! 🙂
Besides iPads, life’s got its little surprises!
Drop by my blog to pick up your award, Carolyn! 🙂
Eleni, Wow! You made my day! Thank you very much for the award! I am sincerely honored to receive the award from such a talented writer. 😀
Hi Carolyn,
Is it your birthday? Wow, I didn’t know that. I’m really sorry… but hey, Happy Birthday 🙂
It’s better to be late than never…
So, have you been in line and bought your new iPad yet? I keep using mine more and more, and won’t sell it, even if I’m going to buy the new one. My kids or my wife will be using it. Now, I’m thinking about using it as a scanner as well, in order to create PDF documents of all the paper I’ve received from the government and the bank when I registered my new company… and for backups of all the paper that I’ll be receiving from now on 🙂
I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend.
Hi Jens, Thank you kindly for your birthday wishes. I had a very busy day celebrating! 🙂
I didn’t stand in line, I pre-ordered my new iPad as I knew my birthday would be a busy day. I’ve been using my new iPad this weekend and will publish my review tomorrow. (Monday)
Brilliant idea for using your iPad. A US man even used a scan of his passport to get him back into the country after visiting Canada. iPad passport scan gets man across U.S. border. I wouldn’t count on that being accepted by all border guards, but perhaps it will be available for everyone in the future! 🙂
Awesome story.
I can’t wait to read your review 🙂
Carolyn, aloha. Great tips and advice that Glyde gave you permission to share with us. No doubt many people neglect to erase their info before giving/selling it to another person.
Not because of you and Glyde, that info will not get in the wrong hands.
Thanks so much. Aloha. Janet
Very useful tips are provided for those who would wish to resell the old Ipad .I loved the amazing features of the new ipad.I agree that one must remember to wipe your data before you sell your iPad as it could contain confidential information.Its also required to take backup of the required information.
Hi Kimme, Great point! It’s very important to back up your device before you wipe it. In addition to protecting your confidential information, you may have photos and apps that need backing up.
Thanks for your visit and helpful comment, Kimme!