We had sent a Private Message to continue the discussion related to your trade-in concerns. Review of your trade-in details is specific to an individual account, so we will need to continue in Private Message to fully resolve the concern. For general information about our trade-in process, please click here: https://www.verizon.com/trade-in/faq/ Please contact us if you still need support. ~Izzy Answer from Verizon_Support on community.verizon.com
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Device Trade-in Value: How Much is My Phone Worth?
To find out your old device’s trade-in value, start by appraising your device on Verizon's device appraisal questionnaire. By answering a few simple questions, you can quickly find out what it’s worth.
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Trade In Your Phone and Get Value For Your Device | Verizon
Trade in your old phone, smartwatch or tablet in four simple steps. We follow strict federal guidelines to make sure your old device is completely erased. Reap the rewards and apply the value of your trade-in to an upgrade.
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Trade in value
Keep in mind that you don't just get the full trade in value when you trade your old phone in....you get that trade in value applied to your bill over 36 months..... You will be locked in for 36 months, or if you leave early, you'll have to pay the full unpaid balance yourself...you won't get the rest of the trade in value. More on reddit.com
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Trade in Value
I traded in my s23 ultra for an s25, the est trade in was $800. Come to find out they gave me $280. The reason stated was that the phone was not active for at least 60 days. I had the phone 2 years and it was 11 days between deactivating and them inspecting it. More on community.verizon.com
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Verizon Trade-in for an iPhone 14 looks enticing, Do you think it's worth it? | MacRumors Forums
I recently got an offer from Verizon for $700 off on an iPhone 14. The trade-in is for my 11 pro max for in-store credit and I would NOT need to upgrade my phone plan, which is what makes it really enticing. The Drawback is that it seems the offer only works if you chose to pay monthly for 36... More on forums.macrumors.com
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I’ve heard they’re giving the $1k for even phones that don’t turn on. When I brought my phone into the Verizon store (I was completing the trade-in my new 16pro max was already delivered) I asked and the Verizon employee said they’re taking back all kinds of old phones. More on reddit.com
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What's the Verizon Best Value Guarantee for upgrades available with myPlan mobile phone plans?
With Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Welcome, you’re eligible to receive our best current in-market smartphone offer with trade-in. That’s whether you’re upgrading an existing device or adding a line to your plan. After you switch or pay off your device, you have access to our best device deals every 36 months or when your device is paid off, as long as you have the plan.* Learn more about Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Welcome. *Your line must stay on myPlan for a full 36 months to get the best promotional discounts. If you change to any other plan you lose
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How to trade in your mobile device FAQs | Verizon Support
How does a device trade-in work?
Use our Trade-in page and you won't have to go to a Verizon store (unless you want to bring us your old device). Just provide the information about your devices and we: Estimate the trade-in value. Give you shipping options. Appraise your trade-in when it arrives. Issue your credit or Verizon Gift Card within 1-2 billing cycles.
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How to trade in your mobile device FAQs | Verizon Support
How do I trade in a device if I'm a business customer?
Visit our Device Trade-In for Business Program Guide to learn how to trade in your device.
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Trade In Your Phone and Get Value For Your Device | Verizon
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Trade-In or Sell your Smartphone | Verizon
Find out the trade-in value of your phone, and receive credit or put that toward a device upgrade.
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Apple iPhone Trade-In: Sell Your iPhone & Upgrade | Verizon
Trade-in your iPhone for credit or apply the trade-in value toward an upgrade for the newest iPhone. Start Now ... Easily calculate your phone’s value. Then choose to receive that value in credit or put it toward your next upgrade. Learn More ... Browse all the latest iPhone models at Verizon.
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Mobile device and phone trade-in guide | Verizon
The final value is confirmed after we receive and inspect the device. Devices with zero value can still be recycled. Select a payout method and a trade-in return method (ship by UPS or drop off at a store).
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How to trade in your mobile device FAQs | Verizon Support
Appraise your trade-in when it arrives. Issue your credit or Verizon Gift Card within 1-2 billing cycles. ... To find out the estimated value of your device, answer the questions about its condition on the Trade-in page.
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Ecoatm
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How Does the Verizon Phone Trade-In Program Work? - ecoatm
June 23, 2025 - Verizon’s trade-in program is available for both existing customers and new ones. In addition, you won’t need to wait months or even years to get the full value of your trade-in, as Verizon has an Instant Credit program, along with gift cards and even PayPal credits.
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Understanding the iPhone 15 Trade-In Deals | Gophermods
May 6, 2024 - AT&T: Only offers $60 on a good screen, and $25 on a damaged screen. T-Mobile: Offers $355 less for a cracked screen. Verizon: Consistent trade-in value of $415, irrespective of screen condition.
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Verizon Phone Trade-In Value – Tips & Guide
September 22, 2025 - Verizon’s trade-in program allows customers to exchange their old devices for credit that can be applied toward a new purchase or monthly bills. The trade-in value depends on factors like the device’s model, condition, and current market demand.
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Trade-In your phone and save | FAQ | Verizon
Bring in your old device, including a cell phone, smartwatch or tablet, and Verizon will appraise the market value of your device and give you a credit on your account (or virtual gift card) good toward a new device or other products and services available through Verizon. You may also be eligible for additional trade-in value depending on new or existing promotions.
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Phone Trade-In Deals: Check Trade-In Value & Upgrade | AT&T
Check your trade-in value and get discounts on the newest smartphones, including iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S25.
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How Does Verizon Trade-in Work:The Pros and Cons - GizmoGrind
May 3, 2022 - Suppose your device is not eligible for Verizon’s trade-in program. In that case, you can still donate it to their recycling program and have your phone disposed of the right way. Under this program, you can recycle any wireless device or accessory, regardless of the carrier, make, model or condition. ... Credit to be applied within one or two billing cycles. ... Answer a few questions about its condition, whether it’s good or damaged. Verizon will then give you an appraisal value for your device.
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Cell Phone Trade-In: Check Trade-In Value, Deals & More
Remainder of the promotional value $575 ($800 - $225) is applied as recurring bill credits over your 24-month EIP, so you will get a $23.95 bill credit each month for the next 24 months) Trading in online: Example: If you qualify for an $800 off iPhone promo and your old device has a trade-in ...
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Community Forums - Trade in value promised was not honored - Verizon Community
October 1, 2024 - I was comfortable with this so I did it. Then my after receiving new phone and sending in old phone that was in great condition I was notified of trade in value of $400 /$11 monthly credits - HALF of the promised amount!
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Verizon Trade-in for an iPhone 14 looks enticing, Do you think it's worth it? | MacRumors Forums
May 4, 2023 - I recently got an offer from Verizon for $700 off on an iPhone 14. The trade-in is for my 11 pro max for in-store credit and I would NOT need to upgrade my phone plan, which is what makes it really enticing. The Drawback is that it seems the offer only works if you chose to pay monthly for 36...
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How much is Verizon’s trade-in value for the iPhone 5C? - Quora
Answer: iPhone 5C is an older phone that has almost no value if you trade it in. Sadly you will not get more than $10 if you decide to do this. It won't be easy selling it too, you need to find the right seller, but you might be able to get ...
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Verizon iPhone 17 Pro Trade-In Offer - Best Buy
Save up to $1,100 offer: *Device must be active on customers account for 60 days prior to trade in. Maximum discount will not exceed the lower of either the device cost or the maximum credit you are eligible for under this offer. Savings are deducted off the full total price of the phone and ...
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Spectrum Mobile Trade In - Easily Trade In Your Old Phone
Once you select a new device, you’ll be asked to tell us a bit about your trade-in. Next, you will get an estimated value of your trade-in. Once your device is received, we will verify the fair market offer based on condition and determine the final value. This value is applied as a credit on your next bill or over the remaining device payment plan installments.