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How to Check an Apple Device Serial Number — Detailed Guide
1) Find the serial number
- iPhone/iPad: Settings > General > About > Serial Number.
- MacBook/iMac: Apple menu () > About This Mac > Serial Number.
- Apple Watch: Open Watch app on paired iPhone > General > About > Serial Number.
- AirPods: With case open, hold near iPhone; Settings > Bluetooth > tap info (i) next to AirPods > Serial Number. Also printed inside the case lid or on the original packaging.
- On the device or box: engraved on the device, SIM tray, underside, or printed on original box/receipt.
Review the Results: Apple will display your model, purchase date (validated or unvalidated), and your technical support status. Understanding Your Results
Red Flags: What a Failed Serial Number Check Means
You run an apple serial number check apple and... nothing. Or you get an error. Here is the translation of common errors: apple serial number check apple
- Chipmunk’s Serial Decoder (Mac app)
- Online: serial-number-decoder.com (only for old serials)
Apple Watch
- On the watch: Settings > General > About.
- iPhone companion app: Open Watch app > My Watch > General > About.
The Result: The screen refreshed. A photo of the exact midnight-blue model appeared. How to Check an Apple Device Serial Number