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How do I recycle iPads?

What is the recommended method to recycle iPads?



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Original Title: Recycle iPads

Posted on Oct 5, 2025 1:37 PM

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Posted on Oct 5, 2025 7:57 PM

Do this first:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Read this:

Apple Trade In - Apple


Apple stores should take your iPad for recycling.

If you don’t have one near you, might want to look for a recycling center nearby.


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How do I recycle iPads?

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