Learn how to send your trade-in device

Prepare your trade-in device for maximum value

To send your trade-in device, use the prepaid trade-in kit sent to you and follow the instructions included in the kit.

1. Prepare your old device:
   • Transfer data from your old device to your new one.
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   • Remove activation locks from the device. If the device has activation locks turned on, PCS Wireless can't properly evaluate it and they'll return it to you.
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   • Factory reset the device. Do not reset through the Recovery menu or with your device's buttons. If PCS Wireless receives a device that hasn't been reset, they'll attempt to reset it. If the device fails the reset process, it'll be returned to you.
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   • Erase any downloaded SIMs or remove any SIM and memory cards.
   • Turn off the device.
2. Pack your device in the prepaid trade-in kit.
3. Attach the delivery label.
4. Send the device to PCS Wireless through FedEx. Find FedEx locations near you.
   • If you don't want to continue with your trade-in, throw the trade-in kit away.
   • Once you send in your device, you can't cancel the trade-in process.
   • Do not send in devices with damaged or swollen batteries. These won't receive any credit and can't be returned.
   • Your trade-in transaction expires six months after the date of purchase of your new Google device.

Related resources

• Learn about trade-in condition requirements
• Learn about estimated trade-in value
• Learn about trade-in eligibility
• Learn how to add a trade-in order