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Preparing AirPods for a New Owner: Unpair and More
Unpair AirPods from Your Apple ID
Before you sell or give away your AirPods, unpair them from your Apple ID. This allows the new owner to link them to their own Apple ID and use all available features. Unpairing can be done via iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You only need to unpair from one device.
Quick Steps for iPhone/iPad:
1. Open "Find My" app.
2. Go to"Devices" and tap on your AirPods.
3. Scroll down and click "Remove This Device."
4. Click "Remove" to confirm.
Quick Steps for Mac
1. Open "Find My" app.
2. Go to "Devices" and click on your AirPods.
3. Click "i" on your device.
3. Click "Remove" and confirm.
Bluetooth connection is optional but speeds up the process.
Manage AppleCare Coverage
If your AirPods have AppleCare, consider either canceling or transferring the plan.
Clean Your AirPods
Finally, clean your AirPods before passing them on. Here is another article how to clean AirPods.