Make money from your old iPad: the simple steps to selling your iPad

Are you looking to make some extra cash but afraid of the hassle of selling your beloved iPad? Don’t worry, in this blog post, we will boil down the most important steps you need to take when it comes to selling your iPad. We’ll look at how to reset it, the easiest ways to find a buyer or somewhere to sell it, how to send it and (most importantly) how to get paid. So read on to learn more about making money from your old iPad!

Spring clean, some extra cash or environmentally conscious

There are many reasons people want to sell their old iPad, but having helped hundreds of people looking to sell theirs, these are the five most common reasons people come to us to sell their iPad:

1. Upgrade to the newest model – by far, the most common reason is an upgrade. Whether you are looking for better performance or just want the latest trends in technology, selling your old iPad can be a great way to secure funds for your upgrade.
2. Clear out clutter – it might be tough to accept, but some people just don’t get on with iPads. The most common argument is that they’re too big to carry alongside a phone and too small to be a laptop, so they just end up clogging up a drawer. Riiiiight up until people realise that the device they paid hundreds of pounds for is just sitting in their tv unit.
3. Get some extra cash – many people realise they don’t use their iPad that much, so they turn to us to sell their iPad and get some quick cash.
4. Support a good cause – donating or selling your unwanted iPad is a great way to support charities or less fortunate individuals needing a device.
5. Environmentally friendly – re-selling an iPad means one less iPad that ends up in a landfill, and we all support that.

The steps you need to know to when selling your iPad

We’re going to detail the steps you need to consider when selling your iPad, but if you’re only here for the headlines, here they are:

1. Reset your iPad
2. Find a buyer or somewhere to sell it
3. Send it
4. Get paid

Step 1. Reset your iPad, so you’re set for sale

This is one of the most important steps in the process, resetting your iPad removes all of your personal data and returns it to factory settings, or at least as close as. This ensures that when you sell your iPad, you leave no data trace. We get asked this question so much that we’ve created an in-depth guide on getting your iPad set for sale you can read it here.

Step 2. Find your place – where to sell your iPad; the pros and cons

If you live in the 21st century like us, you won’t need us telling you about the multitude of places you can sell your old iPad. Here’s a list of pros and cons of the big three; Social Media Sites, Online Market Places, Online recyclers

Social Media Sites

Facebook Marketplace is, arguably, the most prominent social selling platform.

• Pro: Ability to directly connect with customers in real-time
• Con: No genuine guarantee of the buyer following through

Online Marketplaces

eBay is likely your first choice here.

• Pro: Reach a large audience with minimum effort
• Con: Large fees

Online Recyclers

There are quite a few to choose from (including us!) where you can sell your gadgets

• Pro: Fast, safe and secure
• Con: Vastly different prices

Step 3. Send it

You’ll be responsible for organising the delivery when using social selling sites or online marketplaces. However, if you’ve chosen an online recycler like us, we’ll handle it all for you. We use Royal Mail, which means we can keep track of your iPad and cover your costs with our free postage.

Step 4. Get paid

If you use Facebook Marketplace or eBay, you’ll be responsible for collecting payment, however, with us, we’ll guarantee payment within 48 hours of receiving your device. Get an instant quote today for your iPad.

Selling your iPad is a great way to upgrade to the latest technology, clear out clutter and make some extra cash. Knowing how to properly reset your device before selling it will ensure that all your personal data remains secure.

You’ve got many options available when selling your device, including social media sites like Facebook Marketplace, online marketplaces like eBay or online recyclers – each with pros and cons. With us at Gadget GoGo, we offer an instant quote and a guaranteed payment within 48 hours of receiving your gadget. We also provide free postage, so you can rest assured that everything goes smoothly and securely from start to finish! Once you’ve sold your old iPad, why not use the funds towards an upgrade?