As electronic waste continues to grow, donating old Apple devices for recycling is an environmentally responsible choice. However, before handing over your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other Apple device, it’s critical to completely erase all personal information and disconnect iCloud accounts. Failing to do so can expose sensitive data, including photos, messages, financial details, and passwords, to unauthorized access.
For corporate users, removing Mobile Device Management (MDM) profiles and corporate accounts is equally important to prevent data breaches and ensure compliance with organizational security policies.
This article explains why these steps are essential, provides links to official Apple resources for guidance, and includes a section on handling corporate accounts and MDM removal.
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