Updated 2026-07-02
How to Check Your Apple Warranty Status
Compiled & reviewed by Nikolai Tsyrenov · Updated 2026-07-02 · confidence: high
In short: check Apple warranty status with your serial number via the official channel: checkcoverage.apple.com. The result reflects Apple's recorded purchase date. If it's wrong (e.g. the device sat on a shelf), you can submit your dated receipt to Apple support to correct coverage.
| Official lookup | checkcoverage.apple.com |
|---|---|
| What you need | serial number |
| Where to find it | iPhone/iPad: Settings → General → About. Mac: Apple menu → About This Mac. Also on the original box barcode and the purchase receipt/invoice. |
| Standard term | 1 year limited — full Apple warranty terms → |
Steps to check Apple warranty status
- Find your serial number (Settings → General → About on iPhone/iPad; Apple menu → About This Mac on a Mac; or the original box/receipt).
- Go to checkcoverage.apple.com and sign in with your Apple Account, or enter the serial number directly.
- Enter the code shown to confirm you're human and submit.
- Read the result: it shows whether the device has valid purchase-date coverage, remaining limited-warranty status, and any AppleCare/AppleCare+ plan.
Open the official Apple lookup →
Full Apple warranty terms → · File a Apple claim → · Find your serial number →
Apple warranty check FAQ
How do I check my Apple warranty status?
Use the official lookup at checkcoverage.apple.com with your serial number. The result reflects Apple's recorded purchase date. If it's wrong (e.g. the device sat on a shelf), you can submit your dated receipt to Apple support to correct coverage.
Where do I find the serial number?
iPhone/iPad: Settings → General → About. Mac: Apple menu → About This Mac. Also on the original box barcode and the purchase receipt/invoice.
Does checking my warranty extend it?
No — a status lookup is informational only. The term runs from your purchase date; keep the dated receipt in case the recorded date is wrong.
The lookup says expired but I bought it recently — what now?
The maker likely has the wrong start date (common when a unit sat in stock). Contact Apple support with your dated proof of purchase to correct the coverage window.
Lookup channel verified against Apple's official support pages. General info — the official lookup result is authoritative.