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Cashkr Data Safety Guide | Privacy & Security Details

Best practices to protect personal data before selling phones, laptops, tablets, or Macs.

Step by step

  1. 1

    Back up your data

    Save photos, documents, and contacts to your preferred backup method.

  2. 2

    Sign out and remove locks

    Sign out of accounts and disable any device locks before pickup.

  3. 3

    Remove SIM or storage

    Take out SIM and memory cards so personal data stays with you.

  4. 4

    Reset the device

    Factory reset the device if possible and confirm that data is removed.

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Why data safety matters

Resetting your device protects your personal data and makes verification faster.

Quick checklist before pickup

A few simple steps help protect your privacy.

  • Back up files
  • Sign out of accounts
  • Remove SIM and storage cards
  • Reset the device

Common questions

Will my data be deleted automatically?
You should reset your device and remove accounts before pickup to protect your data.
Do I need to remove my SIM card?
Yes. Remove SIM and memory cards before pickup.
What if I cannot reset the device?
If a reset is not possible, let the pickup team know during verification.

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