Cancel AppleCare
Something important that you might forget about is AppleCare. If you’ve subscribed to Apple’s services for your older iPhone, the best course of action is to cancel before you get rid of it.
Note that erasing your iPhone or removing it from your Apple ID will not cancel your AppleCare plan — this must always be done manually.
AppleCare also can’t be transferred to a new device; you’ll need to purchase a new AppleCare plan if you want it for your new iPhone.
How you cancel AppleCare for your old iPhone will depend on the way you purchased it. If you paid for it in advance, you may be able to get a partial refund for the unused portion of your AppleCare coverage. To do this, you’ll need to reach out to Apple’s tech support and have the following ready:
- AppleCare Agreement Number.
- The Serial Numer of your iPhone.
- The original sales receipt.
On the other hand, if you’ve subscribed to AppleCare on a monthly or yearly basis, you can cancel it like any other in-app subscription. Here’s how:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on your Apple ID.
- Go to Subscriptions.
- Tap on the AppleCare subscription.
- Select Cancel Subscription.
If you’re selling your old iPhone or giving it away to a family member, you can also transfer your AppleCare plan to the new owner.