Did you know that you can make money off of your old electronics? Several online services offer quick quotes for these outdated items. If you agree to the price, you request a prepaid shipping container, send the device for examination, receive confirmation of your initial quote, and wait for payment. To expedite the process, some services have partnered with retailers to offer in-store evaluations and payments. Here are a few examples:
- Gazelle.com offers cash for your device when you use the prepaid shipping option. You can also visit participating Walmart stores for a faster trade-in; however, your payment will be a Walmart gift card.
- NextWorth.com gives you cash for your device when you use the prepaid shipping option. Or you can visit a participating Target store for an in-person trade and Target gift-card payment.
- BestBuy.com offers store credit only, regardless if you ship your device or visit a store.
- Apple.com/Recycling offers quotes for Apple devices. You must ship the device, and your only payment option is an Apple gift card.
These services also offer recycling and donation options for your item. If you can wait several weeks, you’ll often get a higher price using the shipping option—not to mention cash instead of store credit. And be sure to remove any personal data from your device before you trade it in.