Safety tips
Buying or selling a used Apple device safely.
- 1Never share your UPI PIN, OTP or scan unknown QR codes.
- 2Do not pay in advance. Inspect the device in person before paying.
- 3Meet in a public place during the day, ideally with someone else.
- 4Ask the seller to switch the device on and check Activation Lock is OFF.
- 5Check battery health in Settings → Battery → Battery Health.
- 6Verify the serial number in Settings → General → About.
- 7Test the camera, speakers, charging port and Face ID.
- 8Report suspicious listings — press the report link on the listing.