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Sell Locked iMac: What Can Be Sold
Sell a locked iMac the right way. A carrier lock is fine, and it sells for cash today. An iCloud Activation Lock or a school or company MDM lock has to be removed by the rightful owner first, and the steps below show how.
Like-new iMac offers currently reach $855Your figure depends on the exact model, its specs and its condition.
- Carrier-locked models (choose the carrier in the quote)
- A forgotten passcode, once you erase it and sign in to remove Activation Lock
- Former school or work devices after the organization releases them
Free prepaid label · Photos speed up approval · Payment by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH)
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We started as an iPad buyback and now pay the same way for your iMac: a fixed offer, free prepaid shipping and payment by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH).
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Can I sell a locked iMac?
It depends on the lock. Carrier locks are accepted. Activation Lock (iCloud) and MDM management locks must be removed before the sale, because an iMac still tied to an account or organization cannot be reset for its next owner. We never buy or unlock devices for anyone who is not the owner.
Locked iMac: accepted
- Carrier-locked models (choose the carrier in the quote)
- A forgotten passcode, once you erase it and sign in to remove Activation Lock
- Former school or work devices after the organization releases them
- Devices you removed from your Apple Account at icloud.com/find
Not accepted
- Activation Lock still on (iCloud locked)
- Active MDM or Apple Business / School Manager enrollment
- Blacklisted, reported lost or stolen
- Any device that is not legally yours
How much is a locked iMac worth?
Locks do not change the cosmetic grade. Clear the lock first, then price the iMac on its condition like any other.
| Grade | What it means for your iMac |
|---|---|
| Like New | Screen and body look new, with no marks or dents. |
| Good | Light wear seen only up close; no dents. |
| Fair | Noticeable scratches, scuffs or one small dent. |
| Poor | Heavy wear, deep scratches or several dents, with everything working. |
| Damaged | A bent stand or a cracked or dented case, but it starts and works. |
iMac specifics
What to know before you sell a locked iMac
- Apple silicon iMacs and the iMac Pro use Activation Lock; turn off Find My Mac before selling.
- Office iMacs need release from the company's device management first.
- Older Intel iMacs with a firmware password need it removed by the owner.
How to sell a locked iMac in 4 steps
- 01
Identify the lock: carrier, Activation Lock or MDM
- 02
Remove it: sign out, remove the device at icloud.com/find, or ask the organization to release it
- 03
Price the iMac and add photos
- 04
Erase it and ship it free with the prepaid label
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Questions about selling a locked iMac
How do I remove Activation Lock from my iMac?
Sign in on the iMac and go to Settings > [your name] > Sign Out, or remove it from Devices at icloud.com/find with the Apple Account that owns it. If you bought it second-hand, the previous owner has to remove it. Activation Lock is tied to the Apple Account still signed in on the iMac; signing out removes it and frees the device for its next owner.
Can I sell an iMac I am locked out of?
If you own it and know the Apple Account, yes: erase it through recovery mode, then sign in during setup to clear Activation Lock. Without the account, contact Apple with proof of purchase. Activation Lock is tied to the Apple Account still signed in on the iMac; signing out removes it and frees the device for its next owner.
Do you buy carrier-locked devices?
Yes. Pick the carrier in the quote. Carrier-locked units must be paid off and free of blacklist reports, which we check by IMEI before sending a label. Activation Lock is tied to the Apple Account still signed in on the Apple device; signing out removes it and frees the device for its next owner.
How do I get paid when I sell my locked iMac?
Choose PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH) when you accept the offer. After the iMac arrives and passes testing, payment is sent within 2 business days after your device passes inspection. If testing finds something different, you get a revised offer first and can decline it for a free return.
Is shipping free when I sell a locked iMac?
Yes. Every accepted quote gets a free prepaid, trackable shipping label by email. Pack the iMac with padding on all sides and drop it with the carrier. Signing the iMac out of its Apple Account drops it from Find My, and that is what lifts Activation Lock for the next user.
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