Traded iPad in And sent it without reset

What do I do if I already sent my iPad in without preparing it?

Posted on Jul 16, 2026 5:36 AM

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Posted on Jul 16, 2026 7:49 AM

Here’s the remote wipe SharonMF mentioned. Go to icloud.com, you may have to sign in. Tap Find my iPhone. If you have more than one iPad chose the iPad you want to erase. Tap erase.

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Jul 17, 2026 1:55 PM in response to zorkcramur216

Key to a successful trade-in is properly preparing the device. If you have returned the iPad without proper preparation, it is essential that you remotely disable Find My for the device that you have returned to Apple's trade-in partner prior to its assessment.

Turn off Find My on your devices and items - Apple Support

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

Traded iPad in And sent it without reset

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