WarrantyKeepUpdated 2026-07-11
MacBook Warranty: How Long Is It & What's Covered
Compiled & reviewed by Nikolai Tsyrenov · Updated 2026-07-11 · confidence: high
In short: the Apple macbook warranty is 1 year limited hardware warranty + 90 days of complimentary technical support.
| Standard warranty | 1 year limited hardware warranty + 90 days of complimentary technical support |
|---|---|
| How to claim | Genius Bar (Apple Store), Apple Authorized Service Providers, or mail-in via support.apple.com (start at getsupport.apple.com). Proof of purchase required. Step-by-step → |
| Check status | How to check Apple warranty status → |
Worth knowing: Covers manufacturing defects for one year — not accidental damage or liquid spills. AppleCare+ for Mac extends coverage to up to 3 years from purchase and adds accidental-damage protection (a service fee applies per incident). Buy AppleCare+ within 60 days.
Apple MacBook warranty FAQ
How long is the MacBook warranty?
1 year limited hardware warranty from the purchase date, plus 90 days of complimentary technical support. AppleCare+ for Mac can extend it to up to 3 years.
Does the MacBook warranty cover liquid damage?
No — liquid and accidental damage aren't covered by the standard warranty. AppleCare+ covers accidental damage for a per-incident service fee.
Is AppleCare+ worth it for a MacBook?
It mainly pays off for the accidental-damage cover (screen and liquid repairs are costly out of warranty) and the extension to 3 years — defect-only failures are already covered free in year one.
Other Apple products
Source: apple.com/legal/warranty + support.apple.com. General info — confirm current terms with Apple.
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