Always reset your Mac before selling or passing it along to a friend. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Selling your old Mac or passing it to a friend or family member? It is always a good idea to ...

Planning to sell or trade-in your old MacBook? You'll want to do a factory reset first. Here's how to erase all of your personal data from the device to give the new owner a clean slate. Matt Elliott ...

If you’re looking to sell or trade-in an old MacBook, you’ll want to wipe all your personal data from the device. The best way to do that? A factory reset. By returning your device to the settings it ...

Whether you're getting ready to upgrade to the latest M4 MacBook Air or just want a clean slate to weed out any performance issues, a factory reset is the tool for you. Factory resetting a Mac before ...

Sometimes you just need to start over. For a MacBook, starting over would be a factory reset. A factory reset is exactly what it sounds like: erasing everything in order to restore a MacBook to how it ...

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When the time comes to sell or pass on your Mac to a new owner, it’s crucial to take the necessary steps to protect your personal information and ensure a smooth transition. Apple has made the process ...

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