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Nana1998 Author

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when erasing iphone device, does SIM card get erased and then removed?

when erasing iphone to trade in, does SIM card get erased and then removed before trade?

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 7, 2021 7:00 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Sep 7, 2021 7:08 PM

The SIM card has none of your data on it except the credentials to connect to your cellular service provider's network. There is nothing to erase on it. You can ➔ simply remove the SIM card from your iPhone before sending it in for the trade-in.

Follow the instructions in this guide published by Apple ➔ What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support

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