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manuelfish Author
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Safe to share proof of purchase/Apple invoice?

I’m selling my relatively new and undamaged 16” MacBook Pro.

When I posted it on eBay, I was asked various questions about the machine, including requests for proof of purchase (rightly so, any prospective buyers need to know I actually have the machine and that it’s not stolen).


My question is: is there any risk to me if I share my Apple invoice? I have already redacted my personal details (name, address etc.) but I’m not sure how much damage someone could do with my Order Number, Invoice Number, Purchase Order Number etc. Should I remove any of that info too? Any advice would be appreciated. And if anyone has experience selling their MacBook, I’d be keen to hear any other tips!

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Aug 15, 2021 6:16 AM

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User profile for user: mdhurst
mdhurst
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Posted on Aug 15, 2021 6:59 AM

I would also redact the Order Number, Invoice Number, Purchase Order Number, etc.


eBay protection and guarantee should be enough for serious buyers. I find that it is becoming more and more difficult to sell electronics on eBay and have turned to the used the "Used" Companies (Sell Your Mac and Powermax come to mind) to sell my machines or trade into Apple credit on a future purchase.


Take a look at this article from Apple before selling - https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201065



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mdhurst
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Aug 15, 2021 6:59 AM in response to manuelfish

I would also redact the Order Number, Invoice Number, Purchase Order Number, etc.


eBay protection and guarantee should be enough for serious buyers. I find that it is becoming more and more difficult to sell electronics on eBay and have turned to the used the "Used" Companies (Sell Your Mac and Powermax come to mind) to sell my machines or trade into Apple credit on a future purchase.


Take a look at this article from Apple before selling - https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201065



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manuelfish Author
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Aug 15, 2021 7:26 AM in response to mdhurst

Thanks for your quick reply. My hesitation about removing the other details is that it would deem the act of sharing the document somewhat pointless; it’ll show only Apple logo and the name of the machine. Although that’s definitely better than becoming the victim of a scam.


I couldn’t agree more when it comes to selling on eBay, it’s starting to feel like more hassle than it’s worth. However, the likes of SYM only offer a fraction of the value of the machine which is a little frustrating. Swings and roundabouts!


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