7 mistakes to avoid when selling a used phone

7 mistakes to avoid when selling a used phone

The costliest mistakes are pricing without comparables, too few photos, an imprecise model, hidden defects, poor reset preparation, risky deposits and a meetup without a clear protocol.

Before the listing

Most problems begin with missing information.

• Do not copy the new price; compare model, storage, condition and city.
• Do not use two dark photos; show at least five angles and every defect.
• Do not write only ‘clean iPhone’; include battery, repairs, accessories and limitations.

During messages

A clear conversation filters casual enquiries without creating distrust.

• Do not hide a defect that will be visible at the meetup.
• Do not share codes, passwords or complete personal documents.
• Do not accept a payment or deposit whose real receipt you cannot verify.

At the meetup

An organised handover protects both people and speeds up the decision.

• Do not choose an isolated place; allow light, connectivity and testing time.
• Do not erase data without a backup, but remove accounts before final handover.
• Do not finish without verifying payment and preserving what was agreed in chat.