Apple Return Policy

Editor-verified return-policy details for Apple — last verified Apr 17, 2026.

Very Tight return policy14 days left on a purchase made today

⚠️ Tight 14-day window — be certain before buying.

Thrifle Tip: Only 14 days — shortest window of any major retailer. Remove Find My and sign out of iCloud before returning.

Policy at a glance

Return window: 14 days
Window (days): 14 days
Free returns: Yes
Return shipping cost: Free
Restocking fee: None
Holiday extension: Yes - Nov 8 to Dec 25 purchases through Jan 8
Holiday purchase window: Nov 8, 2001 → Dec 25, 2001
Holiday return deadline: Jan 8, 2001
Non-returnable items: Gift cards, opened software with visible license, electronic downloads
Time-bomb items: All Apple products 14 days standard
Category: Electronics

Frequently asked questions

What is Apple's return window?

14 days

Does Apple offer free returns?

Yes

How much does Apple charge for return shipping?

Free

Does Apple charge a restocking fee?

None

Does Apple extend its return window for the holidays?

Yes - Nov 8 to Dec 25 purchases through Jan 8

What items cannot be returned to Apple?

Gift cards, opened software with visible license, electronic downloads

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Return-policy data is sourced from Apple’s public customer-service pages and editor-verified by the Thrifle team. Policies can change at any time — always confirm on Apple’s official site before purchase.