Before you sell that unwanted preowned iPad Pro, be sure to remove it from your iCloud, then erase and reset it to factory settings.
When it’s time to sell your preowned Apple iPad Pro, a proper factory reset is a must. While the process is easy, things can quickly go awry if not done correctly. For example, you must remove the tablet from your iCloud before doing anything else. So let’s take a closer look at how to erase an Apple iPad Pro and reset it to an out-of-box state.
Sell iPad Pro: Before You Begin
Start by checking your backups. Before resetting your iPad Pro, make sure you have the most recent backup file. If you don’t, it is pretty simple to create one manually.
To backup using the iCloud service, go to Settings > Name > iCloud > iCloud Backup. You might have automatic backups set up on your iCloud already, but it never hurts to make a new one just to be on the safe side.
Once this step is done, you must do another critical thing before jumping to resetting your iPad Pro. You have to sign out your accounts (Apple Store, iCloud, and turn off Find My iPad) beforehand–factory reset will not remove them, so it must be done manually.
Lastly, make sure you have an internet connection before initiating a restore.
Sell iPad Pro: Factory Reset
Here is the step-by-step guide for resetting your used iPad in iPadOS 15:
- Go to the Settings app and tap on General.
- Scroll down to the very bottom of your screen and select Transfer or Reset iPad.
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings and enter your passcode. (Remember, you must delete it before resetting your iPad, but the system will prompt you to enter the removed passcode one last time.)
- Your tablet will be restored to the initial out-of-box state after a restart.
To reset an iPad in iPadOS 14 or earlier:
- Tap on Settings – General.
- Scroll to the Reset option.
- Select Erase All Content and Settings and enter your passcode if you have one.
- Tap on Erase iPad and repeat to confirm the action.
At this point, your old iPad Pro is erased and ready for resale. You can leave it as-is so that the new owner will have the chance to configure the tablet, or you can set it up only without linking to your accounts this time.
How to Sell a Used Apple iPad Pro for Cash Online?
We wrote about the best places to sell a used iPad online at length. But given iPad Pro are still a relatively new series, it would not hurt to do some more research. Whether you want cash or looking to get store credit and upgrade, doing it online is quicker and more convenient.
To sell your iPad Pro for cash, pick an online buyback site, get an offer based on the specs and model, checkout, and send the tablet in for final valuation. Once delivered, your payment should be processed within one to two business days.
If using the Apple Trade-in program, the process is relatively the same. Again, from estimation to checkout, all can be done online. However, Apple Trade-in can be a little trickier because they only accept eligible models in perfect working and cosmetic condition. So if your iPad Pro is less than flawless, or worse, has defects, you might not get credit after all.
Remember: A trade-in is always better if you get a newer iPad model. Apple, however, does not offer cash payments for used electronics. When using a trade-in, you will receive a store credit or a gift card. Those gift cards cannot be redeemed for cash.
In Conclusion
When you decide to sell your used Apple iPad Pro, don’t just hand it over to your buyer or drop it off for shipping if selling online. It is essential to delete all data stored on it first. Please remove the tablet from your iCloud account and reset it to factory settings. Locked iPads have no salvage value and are not accepted for resale online. Finally, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our team with any questions you might have.
