Guide 11b · Security & Find My
iOS 27 added "Ready for Repair or Trade In" to Find My. If you're getting your phone fixed at an independent shop, here's whether you need it.
⚡ Getting ready for a repair?
Franchitti's Fix is at 4515 Texas St (92116), available 10 AM – 10 PM daily by call, text, or appointment. Call or text (720) 413-8150 or book an appointment online.
Booked or heading over? Please call or text (720) 413-8150 to confirm I'm available before you head over. Text us.
🆕 What Ready for Repair or Trade In Does
Ready for Repair or Trade In is a new option in iOS 27. Apple says it keeps your device secure and findable in the Find My app during an eligible repair or trade-in.
You turn it on in the Find My app: pick your device, tap More, scroll to Repair or Trade In, tap Enable, and enter your Apple Account password. Apple's steps are on How to use Ready for Repair or Trade In.
🏠 Should You Use It for a Repair With Us?
Which iPhones have it: Ready for Repair or Trade In needs iOS 27, so it works on iPhone 11 and later and iPhone SE (2nd gen) and later. iPhone XS, XR and older can't use it.
Apple built this feature for repairs through Apple and its service network. You can still use it with an independent shop like mine, and if you're worried about your data, I recommend it.
My Advice If You're Worried About Your Data
This is what I always recommend, in this order:
- Back up your phone first. Our backup guide shows you how.
- Apple recommends turning on Ready for Repair before a repair. Please leave your phone on when you drop it off, so we can check together that it powers on and look at the problem. Then you can turn on Ready for Repair before we start.
Repair mode needs iOS 27 (iPhone 11 and later, iPhone SE 2nd gen and later). After the repair, you can turn it off in Find My by tapping Turn Off next to Repair or Trade In.
♻️ Trading In Your Phone?
Repair or "Unknown Part" messages generally aren't a problem for trade-ins, unless you're trading in directly with Apple. Apple says an Unknown part might lower its trade-in value.
Be Careful (My Opinion)
If a shop that isn't an Apple Store tells you to buy expensive Apple parts before you trade in your phone, be wary. You pay the high cost of the parts, and the phone can be resold at a bigger margin. In my view, that's a predatory tactic. Not sure? Call or text me and I'll give you my honest take. – Steve
📍 What About Find My?
Some repairs need Apple's Repair Assistant to finish pairing the new part. With Find My on, that step usually only works when the phone is somewhere it normally is, like home. Not every repair needs this, so call or text to ask.
You can either finish that step yourself at home (your phone shows a prompt), or turn off Find My before drop-off so we can finish it. On iOS 27, Apple recommends turning on Ready for Repair instead of turning off Find My. Apple recommends never sharing your passcode. You can type it in yourself when it's needed. If you'd like me to finish those steps for you, you can choose to share it. That's always your call, and I only need it for that.
✅ How to Get Ready for a Repair With Us
- Back up your iPhone to iCloud or a computer. See How to Back Up Your iPhone Before a Repair.
- Apple recommends turning on Ready for Repair before a repair. Please leave your phone on when you drop it off, so we can check together that it powers on and look at the problem. Then you can turn on Ready for Repair before we start.
- Ask us if your repair needs the Repair Assistant step. If it does, leave Find My on and finish it at home, or turn Find My off before drop-off.
- Bring your case if you want us to check the fit.
- Call or text (720) 413-8150 first and we'll confirm your part is in stock.
Full checklist: How to Get Your iPhone Ready for a Repair. Worried about privacy? Read Do I Have to Give My Passcode for a Phone Repair?. Prices are on our iPhone screen repair prices and model pages like iPhone 15 prices, iPhone 16 prices, iPhone 17 prices. Not sure what's wrong? See the iPhone diagnostics guide.
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Related: 10a Back Up Your iPhone · 11a Can't Turn Off Find My
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Ready for Repair or Trade In?
An iOS 27 option in Find My that keeps your device findable during an eligible Apple repair or trade-in.
Should I Use It for a Repair With You?
Yes, if your phone has iOS 27. Back up first. Apple recommends turning on Ready for Repair before a repair. Please leave your phone on when you drop it off, so we can check together that it powers on and look at the problem. Then you can turn on Ready for Repair before we start.
Should I Turn Off Find My Before a Repair?
It depends on the repair. Some need Apple's Repair Assistant to finish pairing the new part, and with Find My on that usually only works at home. Finish it yourself at home, or turn off Find My before drop-off so we can. On iOS 27, Apple recommends Ready for Repair instead. Call or text to ask.
Will a Repair Message Hurt My Trade-In?
Usually not. Repair or Unknown Part messages generally aren't a problem for trade-ins, unless you trade in directly with Apple.
Ready When You Are. Call or Text Us.
Book an appointment online or call/text us to get a quote.
Booked or heading over? Please call or text (720) 413-8150 to confirm I'm available before you head over. Text us.
I run this shop and a family, so a quick call or text letting me know you're on the way means a lot.
📞 Call or Text: (720) 413-8150
📍 4515 Texas St, San Diego, CA 92116 • Available 10 AM – 10 PM daily by call, text, or appointment
Franchitti's Fix LLC is an independent repair shop. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, or any other device maker. Model names are used only to describe compatibility.