How to check the purchase date of iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch

Want to know the exact purchase date of your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, or even AirPods? In this guide, you'll learn how to find the purchase date of your iPhone or other Apple devices. Knowing this information can be useful for making warranty claims, reselling your device, or simply keeping track of the Apple products you own.

Instructions for checking iPhone purchase date via Apple website

Step 1:

You access the AppleCare and warranty website below of Apple. Then enter the iPhone serial number or Apple device into the interface and enter the code displayed to verify and press Submit below.

1. Visit the AppleCare and warranty page

Step 2:

You will then receive the device purchase date along with warranty information.

How to check iPhone purchase date via Apple ID

You can also check the exact purchase date of your Apple device through your Apple ID, using the Apple website or the Apple Store app.

Open the Apple Store and tap your profile picture in the right corner. Then tap Orders to find a list of your Apple orders and their dates.

If you purchase your Apple device from a third-party retailer like Amazon or a carrier, you'll only find the expected purchase date on Apple's website.

Jessica Tanner

Update 04 October 2025