AT&T Phone Recycling 2026: Free Trade-In, Mail-Back & In-Store
Last updated: 15 May 2026
AT&T accepts any cellular device — phones, tablets, smartwatches, hotspots — for free recycling at every AT&T retail store, plus offers trade-in credit toward new devices via the AT&T Trade-In program. Mail-in option ships free with a UPS label.
Reviewed by the eCycling Central editorial team — last updated May 2026
Items Accepted by AT&T Phone Recycling and Trade-In
AT&T recycling and trade-in accepts: iPhones (all models), Android smartphones (Samsung, Google, Motorola, OnePlus, others), tablets, smartwatches, mobile hotspots and connected accessories. Carrier-locked devices from other carriers are accepted for recycling but earn no trade-in value.
Where to Drop Off or Mail Items
Drop off at any of the 5,400+ AT&T retail stores nationwide, no appointment needed. Or generate a prepaid mail-in label at att.com/buy/phones/trade-in.html.
How the AT&T Phone Recycling and Trade-In Process Works
- Get instant trade-in quote at att.com/buy/phones/trade-in.html. 2. Visit a store or print the free shipping label. 3. Trade-in credit applies to your next AT&T bill or new device purchase. 4. Devices with no trade-in value are recycled free.
Wipe Data Before Recycling
Factory reset before turn-in. iPhone: Settings → General → Transfer or Reset → Erase All Content and Settings. Android: Settings → System → Reset Options → Erase All Data (Factory Reset). Remove SIM card and microSD card before handover.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will AT&T take my old phone for free?
Yes. AT&T accepts any cellular phone (any carrier, any condition) for free recycling at any AT&T store or via free mail-back. Working devices may also earn trade-in credit toward your next AT&T purchase.
How much will AT&T pay for my old iPhone?
Trade-in values change weekly. Recent ranges: iPhone 13 Pro: $250-$400, iPhone 14: $300-$500, iPhone 15 Pro: $500-$700. Get an instant quote at att.com/buy/phones/trade-in.html before deciding.
Can I recycle a non-AT&T phone at AT&T?
Yes. AT&T accepts phones from any carrier for free recycling. Phones locked to other carriers usually earn no trade-in credit but are still recycled responsibly through AT&T's certified e-waste partner.