erase everything on old mac

I have an old mac that I need to recycle how do I get rid of all data on it

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 13.6

Posted on Apr 20, 2024 4:37 PM

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FoxFifth

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Posted on Apr 20, 2024 4:45 PM

See the instructions in What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

If it is an older Mac you will need to use the instructions in the "If your Mac doesn't have Erase All Content and Settings" section.

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FoxFifth

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Apr 20, 2024 4:45 PM in response to Mimib227

See the instructions in What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

If it is an older Mac you will need to use the instructions in the "If your Mac doesn't have Erase All Content and Settings" section.

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