How to check your iPhone’s warranty & repair coverage

One of the best things about Apple’s products is the customer service that comes with your purchase. In addition to the option of paying more for AppleCare+, every Apple product comes with a one-year warranty for hardware repair coverage.

When that inevitable day of hardware failure comes, the first thing you’ll want to do is check your warranty status. Here’s how to do that…

How to check your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV warranty coverage

Thankfully, Apple makes it pretty easy to check your warranty status online. There’s no need to call the company or try and communicate via chat. Instead, you can just head to Apple’s “Check Coverage” webpage for all of your device’s details.

Once you’re on the “Check Coverage” page, you simply enter your device’s serial number. Once you do that, you’ll have to enter the security check code to prove you’re not a robot, but then you’re on your way to getting your device repaired.

Once you’ve entered your serial number and the security code, Apple will detail your device’s warranty coverage. There are four parts:

• Eligible for an AppleCare product – This indicates whether or not you can purchase the extensive and broader AppleCare+ coverage. You generally have 60 days after you purchase your device to add this coverage.
• Valid Purchase Date – This indicates that Apple has a valid purchase date for your device on file, which makes service and general communication with the company easier.
• Telephone Technical Support – All Apple products get 90 days of telephone support. This tells you if you are still in that window or not.
• Repairs and Service Coverage – This indicates if your product is covered for eligible hardware repairs and service under Apple’s Limited Warranty.

Apple’s one-year hardware warranty can be a lifesaver in certain situations, but it’s important to remember that it doesn’t cover accidental damage such as screen cracks and water damage. For that coverage, you’ll need AppleCare+, which is a separate purchase. Read more about AppleCare+ in our full rundown right here.

Have you had issues checking your device’s warranty status? Do you have any additional questions? Let us know down in the comments and we’ll be happy to help!

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