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iPhone & iPad Nov 05, 2026

What do I need to do before trading in my iPhone?

Trading my iPhone 13 in next week. I want everything wiped properly, but I also don't want to mess up my Apple ID or lose iMessage on the new phone. Is erase all content enough, or do I sign out first?
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johnny_gadget Nov 05, 2026
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Erase all content does the sign out for you. Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings, it asks for your Apple ID password and turns off Find My on the way. Order matters more than anything: - set up the new phone first and move your stuff across while the old one still works - unpair your Apple Watch if you have one - then erase the 13 iMessage will be fine, it moves with your Apple ID once you sign in on the new phone. If it has an eSIM, choose to erase it as well when it asks.
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