How to check if your AirPods are real or fake

locate the serial number for your AirPods, which can be found on the original packaging by the barcode, and enter it here:

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If the site is able to pull up the serial number, the AirPods are authentic. You can also locate the serial number of your AirPods by going to: settings, general, about and tapping on your AirPods when they are connected to your iOS device.

If you bought them from the online Apple Store or a local Apple Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider, you have nothing to worry about.

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