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Move your pointer over the device that you want to unpair, then click the Disconnect button or remove button (x) next to the device name.

When you follow these steps to sign out of iCloud, you’ll be asked whether to keep a copy of your iCloud data on this Mac. It's faster to just keep a copy, because you will erase your Mac later.

Regardless of the model or condition of your device, we can turn it into something good for you and good for the planet: Find out how to trade in or recycle your Mac with Apple Trade In.

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Start up from macOS Recovery, then use Disk Utility to erase your Mac. For details about both of these actions, follow these steps: Use Disk Utility to erase an Intel-based Mac.

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If your Mac has this feature, you don’t need to follow the other steps in this article. Instead, find out how to use Erase All Content and Settings.

If you’re using an Intel-based Mac, follow the steps to reset NVRAM. This clears user settings from the memory and restores certain security features that may have been altered.

If you don’t have a current backup, you can back up your files to an external storage device or transfer your files to a new Mac.

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If you do this on a Mac that doesn't have a built-in keyboard or trackpad, you will need to plug in a USB keyboard and mouse to complete the remaining steps.

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While still in macOS Recovery, choose Reinstall macOS, then follow the onscreen instructions. Find out more about reinstalling macOS from macOS Recovery.

Erase All Content and Settings is a feature that makes it easier to reset your Mac to factory settings. Your Mac has this feature only if it’s using macOS Monterey or later and is a Mac with Apple silicon or a Mac with the Apple T2 Security Chip.

After resetting NVRAM, your Mac will start up to the setup assistant again. To leave the Mac in an out-of-box state, press Command-Q to shut down instead of continuing setup.

If your Mac is paired with a keyboard, mouse or other Bluetooth device that you plan to keep, you can unpair it. This optional step prevents accidental input when the Mac and device have separate owners but remain in Bluetooth range.

If your Mac doesn't turn on or start up, first find out what to do if your Mac doesn't start up all the way. Then return to this article if your Mac starts up successfully.

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After reinstalling macOS, your Mac will restart to a setup assistant. Press Command-Q to shut down instead of continuing the setup process.

If your Mac is covered by an AppleCare plan, you can cancel your AppleCare plan or transfer your AppleCare plan to a new owner.

If the Erase All Content and Settings feature isn't available on your Mac, follow these steps instead. Before you begin, it helps to know which macOS your Mac is using.