Updated 2026-06-24
Apple Warranty: How Long & How to Claim
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In short: Apple's standard manufacturer warranty is 1 year limited. Some products run longer — see below. You generally don't need to register to be covered; keep your proof of purchase to claim.
| Standard warranty | 1 year limited |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Registration | Not required and doesn't extend coverage — registration only helps track your purchase date. |
Exceptions & longer terms: AppleCare+ extends coverage (typically ~3 years for Mac, ~2 years for iPhone/iPad/Watch, or ongoing monthly) and adds accidental-damage protection; buy within 60 days. The standard 1-year term applies across iPhone, Mac, iPad and Watch.
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How long is the Apple warranty?
1 year limited. Terms vary by product — see the exceptions below.
How do I claim a Apple warranty?
Genius Bar (Apple Store), Apple Authorized Service Providers, or mail-in via support.apple.com (start at getsupport.apple.com). Proof of purchase required.
Do I need to register my Apple product?
Not required and doesn't extend coverage — registration only helps track your purchase date.
Warranty facts that apply to any brand
- Manufacturer warranty and an extended/retailer 'protection plan' are two different things — the manufacturer warranty is free and covers defects; an extended plan (Geek Squad, Asurion, SquareTrade) is a separate paid service contract sold by a third party, not the maker.
- The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the implied warranty of merchantability protect you beyond the written terms — this federal law preserves an implied warranty that goods work as expected, and a written warranty can't disclaim it while it lasts — baseline protection even after fine-print limits.
- Keep the receipt / proof of purchase — it's what actually proves coverage — almost every brand requires a dated proof of purchase to validate a claim and set the start date; without it a valid claim can be denied.
- Many credit cards add extended-warranty coverage automatically when you pay with the card — Visa, Mastercard and Amex have historically extended the maker's warranty (often by up to a year) at no cost on eligible purchases — check your card's current benefits guide.
- In the US you usually do NOT have to register a product to be covered — registration mainly enables recalls and marketing; some brands (Instant Pot) state in writing that not registering won't reduce your rights. Exceptions exist where registration unlocks an extension (LG, SharkNinja, Bosch lasers).
Source: apple.com/legal/warranty + support.apple.com. General info — confirm current terms with Apple.