Dispose of Electronics

In most states it is considered illegal to dispose of old electronics in the trash. Options to consider are:

• Best Buy Recycling Program
• Buy Back World
• Gazelle
• Staples Recycling Program
• West Marine Acid Battery Recycling Program

Good to Know

• Before you donate or enlist in a recycle program be sure to remove all of your data first.
• If you’re buying used electronics, buy from a reputable source and one that offers a warranty.
• Goodwill accepts select electronic donations.
• Log off of all subscription services.
• Marine electronics may not qualify.
• Online buyback sites usually request device details, provide a quote, generate an acceptance offer and prepaid shipping labels.
• Restoring to factory default alone does not scrub your phone data.
• Store Recycle Programs tend to offer a savings on select accessory or device purchases. Usually varies by device being recycled. 
• Turn off Find my Phone feature before you donate or enlist in a recycle program. 
• Use reputable recycling services like e-Stewards and R2 Recycling.