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Trading in your Android mobile device — For TELUS Business customers

Learn about the Trade-in Program for business customers, including trade-in rules and instructions on how to deactivate your old android phone

The Trade-In Program lets you trade your used device for a credit you can apply towards a new phone. This program is available to all new and existing TELUS Business customers.

What you need to know

  • The trade-in value of your device will be determined based on its condition and FMV (Fair Market Value), after an in-store appraisal.

  • You can trade in one device per subscriber for credit at the time of new activation, upgrade or renewal.

  • No minimum contract term is required.

  • To receive full trade-in credit, your device must be in working condition, with its battery and battery cover included.

  • Trade-in credit is non-transferable and has zero cash value.

  • Trade-in credit must be redeemed in-store at the time of device trade-in. Unused credit is relinquished once you leave the store.

  • Trade-in credit must first be applied toward the cost of any new phone. Any remaining credit can then be used toward accessories only.

  • All mobile devices and batteries intended for recycling can be dropped off at participating Trade-In locations in any quantity, at any time. Recycled items will not be issued trade-in credits and do not require an activation or renewal transaction for drop off.

  • All trades are final. Once you've traded-in a device, it cannot be reclaimed.

  • You can trade in any mobile device, from any mobile carrier worldwide, with the exception of Smart Hubs and routers.

Before you begin

Before you trade in your device, you'll want to prepare it so your account and personal information are protected.

Step 1: Deactivate “Reactivation Lock”

If you have a Samsung device with “Reactivation Lock” switched on, you must switch this feature off before trading in your phone.

Follow the instructions for your device type below.

  1. From the
    Home screen
    , tap
    Apps

  2. From
    Apps
    , select
    Settings

  3. Navigate to Security to find
    Reactivation Lock
    . Ensure there is no green check mark.

Reactivation Lock has been disabled.

Step 2: Disable TELUS services on your device

Depending on the network-type used by your device, do the following to disable TELUS services on your device and protect your TELUS Business account:

  • 4G - If your mobile device uses the 4G network, all you need to do is remove your
    TELUS SIM card
     from the device you intend to trade-in. In most cases, your old SIM card will work with your new phone.

  • 3G - If your mobile device uses the 3G network, you can do one of the following:

    • Visit a Product Care Centre. Use our
      Store Locator
       to find the closest location. You can have your device deactivated at the time of trade-in.

    • Contact us
       to have your device deactivated.

Step 3: Remove your memory card

Remember to remove your memory card (micro-SD) from your device if it has one. Memory cards are typically black in color, and about half the size of a SIM card.

Step 4: Reset your device to its original factory settings

Protect your privacy and reset your device to its original factory settings. Resetting your device deletes your ringtones, contacts, pictures, messages, and other downloaded content.

To reset your device to its original factory settings:

Android

  1. From the
    Home
    screen, tap
    Menu

  2. Tap
    Settings

  3. Select
    Privacy

  4. Select
    Factory data reset

  5. Place a check mark next to
    Format USB storage
    if you would like to wipe your Micro SD card while resetting your device

  6. Tap
    Reset phone

  7. Tap
    Erase everything

Samsung

  1. From the
    Home
    screen, tap
    Apps

  2. From
    Apps
    , select
    Settings

  3. Navigate to
    Backup and reset
    and select
    Factory data reset

  4. Enter the
    Samsung account password

  5. Tap
    Delete all
    and the device will reboot

How to trade in your used device

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