Revolutionizing Sustainable Solutions

What happened to all your old mobile phones you once upgraded? Well, most likely they have been completely forgotten about at the back of your drawer and sadly this means lost money and lost precious metals. Our upgrade habits have changed, and now we hold on to our phones for longer, but eventually you will get your hands on a new phone. So the question is, what to do with our old mobile phones? The good news is that we have all the answers to help you out with this not so complicated task. From trade-ins to recycling old mobile phones, you’ll be an expert on clearing out your mobile phone drawer, so read on.

Things to do and not to do with old mobile phones

Essentially, there are two routes you can take to responsibly get rid of your old mobile phone: using trade-in services to sell your mobile phone for cash or send it off to be recycled at a specialist recycling facility.

Don’t bin your mobile phone

First things first, do not throw away your mobile phone whether it be in your regular black bin or your recycling bin, broken or working - just don’t do it! This is incredibly dangerous mainly because mobile phones contain lithium-ion batteries, which when crushed will cause a thermal reaction and catch a fire. This puts the lives of the bin workers and those working on the premises in danger. Additionally, if a mobile phone ends up in the bin, it will make its way to landfill instead of having its components recovered and reused.

Find out how much is it worth and sell your phone

If your mobile phone still powers on then the best course of action is to sell it. Like anything you sell, it is always good to check how much you can get for it, and with mobile phones the value will depend on its condition.

So if your mobile phone has had quite a journey and encountered cracks or heavy wear and tear along the way, then you can expect to get a lower offer compared to a mobile phone that’s in a good nick, even after a few years of use. Remember to compare prices to sell your mobile phone this way you will get the best price for it. Disposing of your phone in this way has so many environmental and of course financial benefits. Not only will you have peace of mind that it will be reused as a refurbished phone but you will also make a pretty penny selling it on.

"Transforming the future, one phone at a time! Choose PurePhone Recyclers to responsibly dispose of your old devices and join us in our mission to reduce electronic waste, conserve resources, and create a sustainable world for generations to come. Together, let's make a difference and give your old phones a second chance!"