Samsung Business Trade-In Program FAQs
Interested in trading in your old smartphones towards new business devices? Here are the questions we hear most often from customers.
General information:
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What is the Samsung Business Trade-In Program?The Samsung Business Trade-In Program allows customers to trade in eligible devices and receive trade-in credit towards the purchase of new qualifying Galaxy devices. Simply add the trade-in program to your purchase during check out, tell us about the devices you’ll be trading in, and complete your order. Once you receive your new devices, ship us your trade-in devices and we’ll assess their value.
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How many devices can I trade in?You may trade one device for each new qualifying Galaxy device in your business order up to the total of new qualifying devices you are purchasing. For example, if you are buying 15 new Galaxy devices, you can trade up to 15 eligible devices maximum. Larger quantity purchases may need to be split across multiple orders.
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How much time do I have to send my trade-in devices?Usually, you will have 15 days from when you receive your new devices to ship us your trade-in devices. For specific promotions, Samsung may allow a longer period to return your trade-in device.
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When will I receive my trade-in credit?If your order is eligible for instant credit, you will receive your trade-in value in the form of a discount on the total purchase price at the time of purchase. Otherwise, on receipt of your trade-in devices, we will review the condition of each device shipped and provide you with an email detailing the final value for each device. Samsung will use commercially reasonable efforts to apply the credit to the account you used to pay for your order within ten business days after it has completed the evaluation of your trade-in devices. Please note that large orders with multiple trade-in devices may require extra time for evaluation.
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Which trade-ins are eligible for instant credit?All Samsung Business customers are eligible to receive instant credit for up to 5 trade in devices at a time. In order to receive instant credit, your trade in order must indicate a trade in quantity of 5 or less. Trades for which you have earned instant credit must be completed prior to being eligible for additional instant credit. Trade in orders that indicate a trade in quantity in excess of the allowed quantity will be issued credit after receipt & assessment of the trade in devices.
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What is my old device worth?Samsung offers different trade-in values depending on which new Galaxy device model or models you purchase. The estimated value for each trade-in device will be displayed when you select the model and condition for trade in. You can refer to this estimate on your My Business Orders page at Samsung.com. Once your devices are received, Samsung will assess their condition. The value provided for each device will be based on Samsung’s assessment of the conditions of the devices received. If you received instant credit and your devices are assessed to be worth less than the instant credit already provided, we will charge the difference in value to the payment method you used to place your order.
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How do I know if my devices are eligible?Each trade-in device must meet the following eligibility requirements:
• Each device must power on, hold a charge, and not power off unexpectedly
• Each device must have a functioning display with no black spots, dead pixels, or pixilation of any kind
• Each device must have no breaks, cracks, or other defects that go beyond normal wear and tear, including but not limited to: multiple scratches, dents, or dings, water damage, or corroded charging port, SIM, or battery terminal contacts. If a Cracked Screen Offer applies (see below), each device may have a cracked front screen, but all other conditions apply
• Each device must not be on a blacklist of any kind
• At the time of trade-in, you must be the owner of each device; leased devices are not eligible
• Security Screen Lock, Reactivation Lock, Google Factory Reset Protection, or any other anti-theft locking software must be disabled on each device
• You must perform a factory reset on each device before sending to Samsung. All data and any linked accounts (personal and business) must be removed.
• Each device must be labeled with an FCC ID to show that it is certified for use in the United States under applicable FCC regulations. The FCC ID number can usually be found printed somewhere on the mobile device. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. The FCC ID number can also be found in the user manual for each device.
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What happens if I don’t send in a device?If you decide after you make your purchase that you don’t want to trade in some or all of your old devices, just keep them. However, you will not receive any trade-in value for devices that Samsung does not receive. If you received instant credit for any device, we will charge the value of the applicable instant credit to the same payment method you used to place your order at the conclusion of the trade-in window (15 days, unless a longer period is given as part of a promotion).
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Does the business trade-in program accept devices with cracked screens?Yes, we provide trade-ins for cracked devices (see Cracked Screen Offer below). However, in order to qualify, there must be no cracks in the device other than the screen.
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What happens if Samsung determines that my trade-in device does not meet eligibility conditions or is not an eligible device for this promotion?We evaluate each trade-in device when received to determine the final trade-in value, which may differ from the estimated trade-in value you were provided when you placed your order.
If we determine that a trade-in device does not meet the conditions for acceptance described above or if we cannot accept your device under the terms of this promotion because it is ineligible, we cannot return the device, and will not provide any trade-in credit to you. If you received instant credit for that device, we will charge the value of the applicable instant credit to the same payment method you used to place your order. Ineligible devices will be recycled responsibly. -
Can I get my old devices back if they are not accepted for trade-in?Yes, since the trade in devices did not meet the criteria needed, you have the option to request their return to the original return address on file. This can be done by clicking the link provided in the email containing your trade in result or on the My Business Orders page and is available for 7 days after receipt of your trade in result. The instant trade-in credit you received at checkout for the devices to be returned (plus applicable taxes) will be charged to the same payment account used for your new phone purchase. If you didn’t receive instant credit when you purchased the new phones, you will not be refunded for the devices.
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What is a Cracked Screen Offer?In its sole discretion, from time to time Samsung may offer to accept certain model devices with cracked screens as devices that are eligible for trade in (“Cracked Screen Offer”). A Cracked Screen Offer is only available if the trade-in value for your selected device displayed on Samsung’s business website. However, the device must meet all other eligibility requirements set forth above and may not have any cracks or breaks in the back, side, camera, or any other visible defects that go beyond normal wear and tear (including but not limited to: multiple scratches, dents, or dings; evidence of water damage; or corroded charging port, SIM, or battery terminal contacts).
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What device models can I trade in?During your business trade-in order, you will be presented with device models we accept as well as the current value for each model based on its condition. The types of devices eligible for business trade in may be updated at any time by Samsung, so be sure to check before completing your order.
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The devices I’m trading in are the ones I currently use. Can I still trade them in?Yes! When you complete your order, Samsung will ship you your new Galaxy devices. Once you receive them, you can activate them and transfer your data, contacts, and accounts to the new devices before you ship your trade-in devices back. You can transfer your information from your old devices to your new ones using Samsung Cloud, a data cable, or any of the other methods described in the documentation that accompanies your new device. Please note that you have 15 days from the date you receive your new devices to ship your old devices to us (unless a longer period is given as part of a promotion).
If you fail to send in your business trade-in devices within the trade-in window (15 days, unless a longer period is given as part of a promotion), Samsung will not provide you credit for your devices and if you received instant credit, we will charge the value of the applicable instant credit to the same payment method you used to place your order. -
The devices I’m trading in were purchased using an equal-payment or other financing plan, and I still have payments left on them. Can I still trade them in?Yes – however, please note that all remaining payments on the devices you’re trading in are your responsibility. You may also be subject to additional fees from your financing provider. Check with your current financing provider for details.
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I lease my devices. Can I trade them in?No – leased devices are not eligible for the Business Trade-In Program unless you purchase the leased devices from the owner before trading them. Check with your lease owner for details.
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Do I need to remove MDM (Mobile Device Management) from my trade in device(s)?Yes. Please remove MDM software and cancel MDM enrollment for your trade in device(s) prior to shipping them to avoid potential rejection of your trade in.
Trading in your devices:
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When I ship the devices I’m trading in to Samsung, should I send the charger, case, or other accessories with the devices?No – you should ship only the trade-in devices to Samsung. If you no longer need the accessories, discard them in accordance with your local trash and recycling regulations. No trade in value is offered on anything other than the devices. If you do ship accessories with the devices, those accessories will not be returned.
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Can I trade in more than one device with the shipping label that was sent to me for my trade-in?Yes – for every new device you purchase, you may trade in one eligible device. Within each order, the number of devices you trade in may not exceed the number of new devices you are purchasing. For example, if you are buying 15 new Galaxy devices, you can trade up to 15 eligible devices maximum. Additional devices provided over the order maximum will not be accepted and will not be returned. Please note that you must ship the trade-in devices in a well-padded box to ensure that no damage occurs during shipment. You are responsible for the condition of the devices until they are received by Samsung.
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How should I pack and send my business trade-in devices?Here are the steps to complete a successful trade-in shipment.
1. Please wait until your new devices are delivered before sending your trade-in devices.
2. Before sending your trade-in device, please transfer your personal and business information from the device you will send us.
3. Reset your devices to factory settings to disable any software locks installed on the device. We cannot accept a device for trade-in if you have not taken these steps.
4. Supply your own packaging. Samsung cannot provide packaging for your trade-in order. Your pre-paid mailing label can be found and printed on your My Business Orders page at Samsung.com.
5. You are responsible for any damage during shipment, so please pack your devices carefully. We suggest you use a segmented shipping box, pictured below, when sending multiple devices. Please be sure to pack each device with sufficient paper, foam, or plastic padding to protect it from the other items in the box in case of drops during shipping.
Figure 1: Use a segmented shipping box and wrap each device paper, foam, or plastic padding.
6. Tape the shipping label on one side of the package with clear tape. Be careful to remove other labels if there are any on the box. If you lose your shipping label, it is always available on your My Business Orders page at Samsung.com/business.
7. Drop off the package only at an authorized FedEx Ship Center. We will be able to track your trade-in once when it is scanned by FedEx at the Ship Center – do not use a FedEx drop box.
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How do I remove all of the data on my devices before I trade them in?Refer to the user manual or support page on Samsung’s website for how to do a factory reset on your current devices prior to shipping them to Samsung. You can also refer to our instructional video on completing this process on the Samsung Care channel on YouTube. In addition, make sure that you remove all accounts, passwords, locks, SIM cards, and memory cards before sending the devices to Samsung. Any items such as SIM cards, memory cards, or accessories sent with your devices will not be returned. Please note that Samsung assumes no responsibility for any data you leave on your devices when you ship them to Samsung as a trade in.
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What happens to my devices once I send them to Samsung?You will receive an email from Samsung when your devices are received and evaluated. If you received instant credit, the email will inform you whether your devices qualified for full estimated value or not. If they didn’t qualify for full value, the email will explain why and show the amount that you will be charged as a result. If you didn’t receive instant credit, the email will detail the assessed value of each device. The total assessed value of your trade in will be applied to the account you used to pay for your order up to eight business days after receipt & assessment of your devices.
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What if I lost or threw out the shipping label that was sent to me for my trade in?If you have lost or discarded the shipping label, please log into your Samsung account and reprint the label from your My Business Orders page. If you require additional assistance, please click here for the available support options.
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What happens if I send my trade-ins and decide to return the new devices?We’re sure you’ll love your new Galaxy devices but, just in case, our normal return policy applies. Samsung will refund your purchase price, but unfortunately cannot return your old devices. For this reason, we urge you not to send your trade-in device until you have received, set up, and transferred personal and business information to your new device.
If you return your new device, Samsung will deduct any promotional or enhanced trade-in value from the credit provided to you on acceptance of the trade-in device. You will receive the everyday trade-in value rather than the enhanced trade-in value associated with the new Galaxy purchase offer. The value of your trade in will be issued as a Samsung Business store credit which may be used to shop Samsung.com/us/business for any product.
If you receive any free promotional gifts with your new devices, you will have to return the gifts as well as the devices in order for your return and refund to be processed per the terms of our Return Policy.
Trade-in return:
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My devices are qualified for the trade-in, but I would like to get some or all of them back. Can I get my devices back?No, when you ship your old devices to us and they are qualified for trade in, you transfer ownership to Samsung. We cannot return any trade-in devices accepted by the program.
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Can I get some or all of my trade-in devices back if I decide to return my new Samsung devices?No, if you return your New Samsung Devices after you send in your trade-in devices, you cannot get your trade-in devices back and you will not receive any trade-in credit.
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Will I still get any trade-in value if I request to get my old trade-in devices back?No, the instant discount applied to your returned devices at checkout (plus applicable taxes) will be charged to the same payment account used for your new phone purchase. If you didn’t receive instant credit when you purchase the new phones, you will not receive a refund for the devices.
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How will I track the trade-in devices that are being sent back to me?Samsung will send you an email with a tracking number for the ground return shipment three to five business days after hand-off to our shipping partner.
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What if I have other questions?We’re here to help! If you require additional assistance, please visit Samsung Customer Service. We’ll be happy to assist you with any further questions you may have.
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