AppleCare auto registration
I bought a Mac mini for a friend of mine and applied for AppleCare for the computer. It registered my name automatically, how do I transfer it to my friend’s name?
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We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
The Apple Support Community will permanently close on November 20, 2026. Starting today, the site will no longer accept new posts and is available in a read-only state.
You can continue to find trusted guidance and support on the official Apple Support site.
We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
I bought a Mac mini for a friend of mine and applied for AppleCare for the computer. It registered my name automatically, how do I transfer it to my friend’s name?
Transfer your AppleCare plan to a new owner
For some AppleCare plan types, and in some countries or regions, you might not be able to transfer an AppleCare plan to a new owner. For details, review the applicable AppleCare Terms and Conditions. If you’re not sure which plan you have, check your coverage.
AppleCare auto registration