Disposing of an old Mac.

I have two old Macs that I want to dispose of, a Power Mac 2011 and an iMac older than that. Will Apple take them to recycle the materials?

Mac Pro, macOS 10.14

Posted on Oct 14, 2023 7:47 AM

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Posted on Oct 14, 2023 8:46 AM

Good morning and welcome!


On this Apple page:


Apple Trade In - Apple


they says they do. See this part of the FAQs on that page:



Note that information applies to the US; if you are in another country or region to need to check with Apple or find a local service. Also. I've gathered from other posts here that you have to do a carry-in for computers larger than notebooks.


There are always local options. One of the best in the US I've found is Staples. They have a very liberal acceptance policy for electronics waste in-store, and no appointment needed. See:


https://www.staples.com/stores/recycling




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Oct 14, 2023 8:46 AM in response to James Pier

Good morning and welcome!


On this Apple page:


Apple Trade In - Apple


they says they do. See this part of the FAQs on that page:



Note that information applies to the US; if you are in another country or region to need to check with Apple or find a local service. Also. I've gathered from other posts here that you have to do a carry-in for computers larger than notebooks.


There are always local options. One of the best in the US I've found is Staples. They have a very liberal acceptance policy for electronics waste in-store, and no appointment needed. See:


https://www.staples.com/stores/recycling




Oct 14, 2023 8:59 AM in response to James Pier

Hi,


Take a look at the Recycling section (in fine):

Apple Trade In - Apple

See also https://www.apple.com/shop/browse/overlay/tradein_landing/ways_to_recycle

If not in the United States, please check a local Apple web site, or contact your local authorities for information.


EDIT: Just noticed that Allan Jones had provided the necessary information while I was composing my message.

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