Before you sell

Hand it on safely

Selling, giving away or trading in? Pick the device. Osnivo lists Apple's own steps — back up, sign out, remove Activation Lock, erase — word for word, as a checklist.

Your devices:

Your Apple TV, step by step

In Apple's order. Tick them off as you go — ticks stay in this browser only.

of 2 done

1 Reset it to factory settings On your Apple TV, go to Settings > System > Reset. Choose a reset option: Reset: This option is the fastest way to return your Apple TV to factory settings. This option doesn't require an internet connection. Reset and Update: This option returns your Apple TV to its factory settings and installs software updates. This option requires an internet connection. Keep your Apple TV plugged into power until the Reset process finishes. After reset, all of your content, settings, and personal information will be erased. Apple: What to do before you sell or give away your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD ↗
2 Remove it from your Apple Account On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings. Tap your name. Scroll down and tap the Apple TV that you're selling or giving away. Tap Remove from Account. Apple: What to do before you sell or give away your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD ↗

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Sources for this page

1 What to do before you sell or give away your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD support.apple.com

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