FAQs
Trade in your device without leaving home. We'll mail you a trade-in kit with a prepaid label. Once we get your old device, credit is issued to the form of payment.
Does the Google Store have trade-ins? ›
Trade-in through Google Store is available in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Trade-ins can only be added during checkout. Trade-ins can't be added to a Google Store order after you checkout.
Will Google buy back my phone? ›
After we get your phone, we'll verify the trade-in value and send an email with details on when to expect a refund or account credit. If you're financing your new device, you get an account credit. If you're paying for your new device in full, you get a refund up to the cost of your device purchase.
Can you trade in a Google Pixel for an iPhone? ›
Apple Trade In
You can get up to $105 for your Android smartphone. Open to read more about trade-in. Trade in your current device for credit toward a new iPhone. To protect your data and privacy, we'll show you how to safely back up and wipe your data before you trade in your old phone.
Where is the best place to trade in Pixel phones? ›
Swappa is the best place to sell your Google Pixel because you get paid what it's actually worth.
How long does Google phone trade in take? ›
As soon as we receive your trade-in device, we'll usually inspect it within 5 business days and notify you of the results via email.
How do I prepare my Google Pixel phone for trade-in? ›
Fully reset your trade-in device for maximum value
- Prepare your old device: Transfer data from your old device to your new one. ...
- Pack your device in the prepaid trade-in kit. Remove watch bands for any smartwatches. ...
- Attach the shipping label.
- Ship the device through UPS. Find UPS dropoff locations near you.
What to do with an old Google phone? ›
Recycle your device by mail
- Ask for a shipping label. US: Request a shipping label from RLGA. ...
- Place your device in a sturdy box.
- Attach the label to the box.
- Follow the shipping instructions. You can also drop the package off at a collection site near you.
- Your device will be recycled responsibly.
How to get a free Pixel phone? ›
T-Mobile customers on a Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plan can get a free Pixel 8 with an eligible trade-in or a new line of service. Adding a new line with other qualifying service plans -- such as Go5G, Magenta or One -- can also get you the Pixel 8 for free with a $35 activation fee.
Is it safe to trade in an old cell phone? ›
One of the big benefits of trade-ins is that they're generally a safer option than simply selling the device. Although you might not get the price you see second-hand models of your phone selling for on sites such as eBay, you also don't have any of the risks of a private sale and the potential for fraud.
It depends on where you're trading it in. Different carriers and retailers have varying policies regarding what you can and cannot do. Some, for instance, will allow it and factor in the remaining balance into the trade-in value. Others, however, will require that you pay off your device before trading it in.
What is the trade in value of a pixel 7? ›
If you have a 256GB Pixel 7 Pro model, you can get a $299 credit now, while the 512GB model is worth $325. Meanwhile, the 256GB Pixel 7 model tops out at $225 in trade-in credits. You can get more value if you trade in a two-year-old 128GB iPhone 13 or a 256GB iPhone 11 from 2019!
Can I sell my phone to Google? ›
Our trade-in partner will mail you a trade-in kit with a prepaid label. Once our trade-in partner gets your old phone and confirms the value, Google on behalf of our trade-in partner will issue the credit to your form of payment that you used for the order (or provide Google Store credit where we're unable to).
What happens if you return Pixel after trade in? ›
The trade-in process is final and cannot be reversed." This means that if you purchase a Pixel at Best Buy with a trade-in and then decide to return the Pixel, you will not get your old phone back. You will only receive a refund for the purchase price of the Pixel.
How do I return a trade in phone to Google? ›
Fully reset your trade-in device for maximum value
- Prepare your old device: Transfer data from your old device to your new one. ...
- Pack your device in the prepaid trade-in kit. Remove watch bands for any smartwatches. ...
- Attach the shipping label.
- Ship the device through UPS. Find UPS dropoff locations near you.
Is it smart to trade in your phone? ›
One of the big benefits of trade-ins is that they're generally a safer option than simply selling the device. Although you might not get the price you see second-hand models of your phone selling for on sites such as eBay, you also don't have any of the risks of a private sale and the potential for fraud.
Is it safe to trade in your Android phone? ›
A lot of the information you store on your phone can be used by thieves to steal your identity. The smarter our phones get, the harder the hackers work.
Can you do trading on your phone? ›
The most obvious advantage of mobile trading is the ability to trade from anywhere using only a mobile phone and an internet connection. Traders may manage their positions and orders from any location, as well as keep up with real-time data and headlines.